--- title: "Pediatric back and spine services at Sutter Health" description: "Sutter offers pediatric back and spine care, including diagnosis and treatment for scoliosis and injuries, to help children reduce pain and improve mobility." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-back-spine" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Pediatric back and spine care # Pediatric back and spine care Children can have various back and spine conditions that may need medical attention. We offer family-focused care designed to help children stay active and healthy. [Find a pediatric orthopedist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22acceptingNewPatients%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5Btrue%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Pediatric+Neurology%22%2C%22Pediatric+Neurosurgery%22%2C%22Pediatric+Orthopedics%22%2C%22Pediatric+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? If your child has a back or spine problem, you want care provided by compassionate specialists dedicated to keeping your child healthy and active. Many of our surgeons are nationally recognized as leaders in minimally invasive and complex orthopedic and neurologic surgery. We aim to provide the most effective and least invasive treatments to help them get back to being a kid again. ### By the numbers ### 150+ neurologists provide comprehensive neurology care that guides people from prevention to recovery. ### $20,000 contributed to a partnership with Bay FC that empowers young female athletes and offers injury prevention services. ### 40+ spine surgeons perform routine and complex spinal surgeries at Sutter facilities. ### 5 pediatric surgical locations operate on kids, treating 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:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - Congenital spinal abnormality - Kyphosis - [Scoliosis](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/scoliosis) - Spine Tumor - Split spinal cord malformation - Trauma ![doctors-team-are-analyzing-fracture-knee-model](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/doctors-team-are-analyzing-fracture-knee-model.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Musculoskeletal disorders research Musculoskeletal disorders 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 research](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 ### [Sports Injuries in Kids: What Parents Need to Know](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/sports-injuries-in-kids) Sport-related injuries can happen in active, healthy kids. Find answers to some common parent questions.     Health & wellness ### [How Heavy is Too Heavy for a Child's Backpack?](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/how-heavy-is-too-heavy-for-a-childs-backpack) Too much weight and poor backpack fit can lead to backaches and sore necks in children. Health & wellness ### [Sports Tips for Children](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/sports-tips-for-children) There are many sports kids can play, but the best choice for yours will depend on their ages and abilities. ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Back+and+spine+health%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Class ### [Integrative Approach to Back Pain](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a921393a2df098eb8ae55e4/) Wednesday, November 18, 2026 Integrative chiropractor Scott Larsen shares his approach to back pain, exploring movement, posture, and inflammation to help patients understand and find relief. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Back+and+spine+health%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Care that keeps kids moving Find pediatric spine care at Sutter, where specialists treat scoliosis and injuries to keep your child active. 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