Canadian is my roots, I'm Dr. Steven Zielinski, a Montreal native now practicing in the United States, dedicated to providing top-tier spine care to Canadians. Combining Canadian understanding with cutting-edge American technology, eliminating long wait times for patients. Graduated from Lower Canada College, earned my medical degree at McGill, completed neurosurgical residency at the Montreal Neurological Institute, and a Fellowship at Stanford. My roots are in Montreal, my parents still live in the same home I grew up in. Have family in Ottawa, Mississauga, and Kelowna. I've
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- “Back and Spine Pain“?
- “The Back and Spine“?
- “Neurosurgeon and Back Surgery“?
- “Spinal Stenosis Cure“?
- “Neurosurgeon and Surgery“?
- “Spine Doctor“?
- “Herniated Disc Treatment“?
- “Laminectomy“?
- “Spine Treatment“?
- “Minimal Surgery“?
- “Back Operation“?
- “Neuro Spine Specialist“?
- “Orthopedic Spine Surgeon“?
- “Back and Spine Specialist“?
- “Back, Bone and Disc Surgery“?
- “Spinal Specialist“?
- “Stenosis of the Spine“?
- “Stenosis and Neck Surgery“?
- “Back Doctor Near Me“?
- “Back Fusion“?
- “The Neck and Spine“?
Topics of Interest: Common FAQs About Spine Surgery
What conditions require spine surgery?
Conditions include herniated discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, spinal fractures, or tumors.
When is spine surgery necessary?
Surgery is considered if conservative treatments fail or if there’s severe pain, nerve damage, or loss of bowel/bladder control.
What types of spine surgery exist?
Common procedures include discectomy (removing part of a herniated disc), laminectomy (relieving nerve pressure), spinal fusion (stabilizing the spine), and artificial disc replacement.
Is spine surgery risky?
All surgeries have risks, including infection, blood clots, nerve damage, or incomplete pain relief. Choosing an experienced surgeon minimizes risks.
What’s the recovery like?
Recovery varies by procedure, but most patients need physical therapy post operatively and weeks to months of rest for full recovery.
What are my restrictions after surgery
You would have to wear a low back brace or neck brace for 2 months after surgery. You are limited to lifting 10 lbs 2 months after surgery and 20 lbs 4 months after surgery. No bending and twisting for 4 months.
Are non-surgical options better?
Non-surgical/ Conservative treatments such as physical therapy, medication, steroid injections and exercises are usually tried first; surgery is a last resort for severe cases.
