The treatment you receive depends on the type of the tumor, its location, and the extent of spinal involvement. As a general guideline, spinal tumor treatment involves options such as:
Surgical removal (excision)
The team at the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine removes as much of the tumor as possible for minimal harm to the spinal nerves or structures.
Radiation therapy
If you can’t have surgery, radiation therapy may serve as your primary treatment. The team may also use radiation therapy to relieve your symptoms or after surgery to eliminate any remaining tumor cells.
Chemotherapy
The team may recommend chemotherapy for malignant tumors. Chemotherapy can reduce pain and slow tumor growth.
If you have questions about spinal tumors, call the Center for the Functional Restoration of the Spine, or book an appointment online today.