--- title: "Minimally invasive back & spine procedures | Services | Sutter Health" description: "Sutter offers minimally invasive back and spine procedures, including spinal fusions, injections and disc replacements, to reduce pain and improve mobility." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/minimally-invasive-back-spine-procedures" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Minimally invasive back and spine procedures # Minimally invasive back and spine procedures Minimally invasive back and spine procedures can treat complex conditions, resulting in less recovery time and scarring. [Find a spine specialist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Spine+Surgery%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Why choose Sutter? Back and spine surgical methods have evolved over the last decade, allowing doctors to perform minimally invasive surgeries using surgical tools, tiny incisions — often smaller than one inch — and tiny cameras. Rest assured, these minimally invasive procedures are safe and can have a significant, positive impact on your health. We aim to help you feel less pain, improve your ability to exercise and return to essential life activities faster than with traditional surgery. By the numbers ### 40+ spine surgeons Perform routine and complex spinal surgeries at Sutter facilities. ### 4,000+ spine procedures are performed each year at our hospitals ### 1of 3 Tarlov Cyst Programs in the country designed to alleviate potentially debilitating symptoms from these rare cysts. ### 5 pediatric surgical locations provide surgical care for kids with spina bifida, scoliosis, kyphosis and more. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18885341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Treatments - Artificial disc replacement - Cervical Spine Surgery - Facet Block - Kyphoplasty - Lateral Interbody Fusion - Medial Branch Block - Microdiscectomy - Percutaneous Lumbar Surgery - Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) - Sacroiliac Joint Injections - Spinal cord stimulation - Spinal Cord Surgery - Spinal Injection - Steroid injections - Vertebroplasty ## Awards and accreditations [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Minimally+invasive+back+and+spine+procedures%22%5D%7D%5D) The Joint Commission Spinal Cord Injury Program Accreditation [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Minimally+invasive+back+and+spine+procedures%22%5D%7D%5D) ![researcher-in-lab](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/health-professionals/researcher-in-lab.jpg?h=4999&iar=0&w=7708) ## Musculoskeletal conditions research Musculoskeletal conditions cause pain or injuries in the joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves and tendons that support the arms, legs, neck and back. Research aims to improve treatment and prevent these issues, especially in the workplace. [View clinical trials](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_researchTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Musculoskeletal+Disorders%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=clinical_trial) ## Sutter spotlight Health & wellness ### [Weighing the Risks and Benefits of Back Surgery](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/weighing-the-risks-and-benefits-of-back-surgery) Back surgeries are better than ever, yet not everyone with back pain will benefit. Find out if you’re a good candidate. Health & wellness ### [Is This Serious? Decoding Back Pain](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/is-this-serious-decoding-back-pain) Some back pain needs pampering at home while other forms may need evaluation by your doctor. Learn how to know the difference. Health & wellness ### [Back Pain Causes at Any Age](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/understanding-your-back-pain) Your age may give clues to the cause for your back pain. Learn the most common reasons. ## Heal faster and move forward Discover minimally invasive spine care at Sutter, focused on reducing discomfort and restoring function. 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