Not at all. In fact, most cases of back pain improve with conservative treatments, such as medications, lifestyle modifications, physical therapy, and interventional pain management. Surgery is typically considered only if non-surgical treatments fail or if there are structural issues, like severe herniated discs or spinal instability, that require correction.
For many patients, a combination of conservative care options provides lasting relief. Dr. Garcia’s goal is always to exhaust non-surgical options first, ensuring that surgery is only recommended when absolutely necessary. If surgery is needed, Dr. Garcia specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques designed to minimize recovery time, reduce pain, and help patients return to their daily lives more quickly than with traditional open surgery.
