Back
For over three decades, Shoreline Orthopaedics has proudly delivered comprehensive, compassionate, and state-of-the-art orthopaedic services to the communities of West Michigan. Throughout those years, we’ve earned a reputation for medical excellence, integrity, and genuine dedication to every patient’s well-being. That tradition of trusted care continues with our back specialists, who bring focused skill and experience to each patient they treat.
A back doctor is trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of spine-related conditions. These highly skilled experts address everything from muscle strains and herniated discs to degenerative spine conditions and nerve compression. Many of our doctors have advanced training in spinal surgery, interventional treatments, and pain management—ensuring a complete and well-rounded approach to care.
At Shoreline Orthopaedics, our back specialists offer unmatched expertise in treating both common and complex spinal concerns. Whether your back pain is the result of an injury, poor posture, or a chronic condition that has worsened over time, our team is equipped with the knowledge and tools to help you find relief.
Signs of a Back Injury or Condition
Back-related symptoms can interfere with daily activities and may point to an issue that should be evaluated by a back specialist. You may benefit from a consultation with a back specialist if you experience:
- Persistent or sharp back pain
- Pain that radiates into the arms, legs, or buttocks
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness
- Stiffness or limited range of motion
- Difficulty standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods
- Discomfort that worsens with movement or after rest
- Lingering pain from a previous injury
Our back specialists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of spine conditions, including:
- Degenerative disc disease
- Herniated discs
- Lower, mid, and upper back sprains and strains
- Lumbar and thoracic spinal stenosis
- Lumbar radiculopathy
- Myofascial back pain
- Persistent pain after back surgery
- Sciatica and sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction
- Scoliosis and kyphosis
- Spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis
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Orthopaedic Urgent Care
Injuries don’t wait, and neither should you. We proudly offer same-day appointments and walk-ins for children and adults with sudden orthopaedic injuries, such as:
- Dislocations
- Simple fractures
- Sprained ligaments and strained muscles or tendons
- Wrist, forearm, and lower extremity injuries
Get specialized care without the hassle or high cost of the emergency room.
Superior Access to Exceptional Back Care
At Shoreline Orthopaedics, our team of specialty-trained orthopaedic doctors, surgeons, and advanced practice providers works together to deliver outstanding care at every stage of your treatment and recovery. From your first visit through your personalized treatment plan, we focus on solutions that fit your symptoms, lifestyle, and activity goals.
Whenever possible, we prioritize nonsurgical treatments such as physical therapy, targeted exercises, medication, or image-guided injections. If surgery becomes necessary, our orthopaedic spine surgeon is skilled in advanced procedures like minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal decompression, disc replacement, and spinal fusion.
Patient Education Center
Empower your recovery with knowledge. Our patient education center offers helpful resources on conditions, treatments, and wellness to support your health every step of the way.