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PAMF Evaluation and Diagnostic Services

PAMF’s board certified back and spine specialists reach accurate diagnoses by listening to our patients and performing thoughtful physical exams. When needed, we utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic tests including imaging studies, nerve tests, and diagnostic injections and collaborate with other medical specialists within the system to help determine the most appropriate course of treatment.

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  • Diagnostic Imaging

Diagnosing a Back Problem

The first step to treat a back or spinal condition is getting an accurate diagnosis. Problems in the back and spine can range from temporary sciatica to structural problems with your discs and nerves, so it’s important to pinpoint the cause. Sutter Health network doctors use the most up-to-date diagnostic equipment to determine the source, cause and extent of your injury.

To diagnosis your condition, a back and spine expert may also perform:

  • A thorough physical exam, including mobility tests and the history of your pain.
  • Diagnostic imaging, including upper and lower spine MRIs and CT scans.
  • Biopsy of bone or spinal tissue.
  • Electrodiagnostic testing to assess the speed and degree of electrical activity in your muscles and nerves.

Health and Wellness

Relieve Back Pain

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Decoding Back Pain

Use this guide to determine what may be causing your back pain.

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Treating Back Pain at Home

These stretches, exercises and tips can help you relieve back pain.

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Back Pain Prevention

Keep your back healthy and pain-free with this easy-to-follow advice.

Musculoskeletal Disorders Research

Sutter Health Musculoskeletal Disorders Research
Musculoskeletal disorders are injuries or pain in the body's joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves, tendons and other structures that support the arms, legs, neck and back. Specific disorders include such things as carpal tunnel syndrome, epicondylitis and tendinitis. It can also include cuts and fractures due to accidents. Research in this area seeks to improve the treatment of disorders and the prevention of accidents, especially in the work environment.

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Doctors at Palo Alto Medical Foundation

The following doctors are part of the Sutter Health network. Learn about the doctors on this site.
Susan L. Lewis, M.D.

Susan L. Lewis, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Karl Christoffersen, M.D.

Karl Christoffersen, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Gordon T. Sakamoto, M.D.

Gordon T. Sakamoto, M.D.

  • Neurosurgery

Jaclyn Wey, M.D.

Jaclyn Wey, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Bradley P. Graw, M.D.

Bradley P. Graw, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Colin L. Eakin, M.D.

Colin L. Eakin, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Garet C. Comer, M.D.

Garet C. Comer, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Robert Detch, M.D.

Robert Detch, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Stephen I. Ryu, M.D., M.S., FACS, FAANS

Stephen I. Ryu, M.D., M.S., FACS, FAANS

  • Neurosurgery

  • Spine Surgery

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