With advanced training in both traditional and minimally invasive spinal surgery, Dr. Bassani brings extensive expertise to the care of patients with complex spine conditions. Whether it is treatment of the neck (also known as the cervical spine) or the back (also known as the lumbar spine), Dr. Bassani’s approach blends surgical precision with personalized car, offering the most effective treatment strategies for each patient’s unique needs and ensuring the best possible path to recovery.

Cervical Spine Surgery

Dr. Bassani provides comprehensive cervical spine surgical care, including minimally invasive techniques. His training in advanced procedures allows for individualized treatment of neck conditions, always with an emphasis on safety, surgical precision, and optimal outcomes. Each approach is tailored to preserve function and promote recovery, helping patients return to active lifestyles with lasting relief.

Lumbar Spine Surgery

Dr. Bassani also provides a full range of lumbar spine surgical options, including minimally invasive procedures. With subspecialty training in spinal care, he carefully evaluates each case to determine the most appropriate surgical plan, always prioritizing optimal outcomes and efficient recovery.

Cervical Stenosis

For patients with cervical spinal stenosis, Dr. Bassani offers surgical solutions to decompress the spinal cord and surrounding nerves. This condition, often characterized by balance problems, weakness, and walking difficulties, can worsen over time without intervention. By creating more space in the spinal canal and alleviating pressure on neurological structures, he helps patients regain mobility, improve stability, and prevent further neurological decline.

Cervical Myelopathy

Cervical myelopathy is a serious spinal condition marked by spinal cord compression that can lead to coordination issues, weakness, or loss of fine motor skills. Dr. Bassani has extensive experience treating this progressive condition and uses surgical decompression techniques to relieve pressure on the spinal cord. The goal is to preserve neurological function and prevent further deterioration, helping patients maintain independence and improve quality of life.

Cervical Radiculopathy

When pain radiates from the neck into the shoulder, arm, or hand, or when numbness and tingling affect daily tasks, cervical radiculopathy may be the cause. Dr. Bassani specializes in identifying and treating this nerve compression in the cervical spine, providing patients with targeted solutions to reduce pain, improve strength, and restore sensation. With a precise diagnostic process and a focus on evidence-based treatment—whether through non-surgical options or targeted procedures— Dr. Bassani tailors care to each patient’s condition.

Herniated Disc

Dr. Bassani specializes in the treatment of herniated discs in the cervical spine, using minimally invasive approaches like microdiscectomy to remove only the affected disc material. This precise surgical technique relieves pressure on nearby nerves while preserving healthy tissue, resulting in faster healing, reduced pain, and a quicker return to regular activities.

ACDF (Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion)

Dr. Bassani performs Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) to treat nerve compression, tingling in your shoulder and arm, and neck pain caused by conditions such as herniated discs and spinal stenosis. Through a meticulous surgical approach, he removes the damaged disc and stabilizes the spine by fusing the affected vertebrae, helping to alleviate pain, restore function, and improve overall spinal stability. Whenever appropriate, he uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce scarring, minimize muscle disruption, and support a faster recovery. Patients typically experience meaningful pain relief within weeks, allowing them to return to daily routines with greater ease and confidence.

Cervical Fusion Surgery

To treat instability, degenerative disc disease, or spinal deformities in the neck, Dr. Bassani performs cervical fusion procedures designed to promote long-term spinal stability. With a focus on preserving natural motion wherever possible, he uses advanced techniques to encourage solid bone fusion and improve alignment. This approach supports long-lasting pain relief and enables patients to return to work, exercise, and daily routines with greater confidence and reduced discomfort.

Neck Surgery Recovery

Recovery after neck surgery is a key part of the healing process, and Dr. Bassani is committed to guiding patients every step of the way. From post-operative care to rehabilitation, he ensures each patient receives a clear, supportive recovery plan—including pain management strategies, physical therapy coordination, and progress monitoring. This comprehensive approach promotes a smooth recovery and long-term success.

Lumbar Stenosis

Lumbar spinal stenosis often causes lower back pain, leg numbness, and difficulty walking—symptoms that can significantly limit daily activities. Dr. Bassani treats this condition with decompression procedures that relieve pressure on the spinal nerves, aiming to restore mobility and improve quality of life. By targeting the source of nerve compression, he helps patients walk farther and move more comfortably, often with marked improvement shortly after surgery.

Herniated Disc

Dr. Bassani specializes in the treatment of herniated discs in the lumbar spine, using minimally invasive approaches like microdiscectomy to remove only the affected disc material. This precise surgical technique relieves pressure on nearby nerves while preserving healthy tissue, resulting in faster healing, reduced pain, and a quicker return to regular activities.

Lumbar Fusion

To stabilize the lower spine and address conditions such as degenerative disc disease or deformities, Dr. Bassani performs lumbar fusion procedures tailored to the individual patient. These techniques are designed to restore proper alignment, reduce chronic pain, and support a return to normal activity. His surgical approach emphasizes precision, safety, and long-term success.

Laminectomy

A laminectomy can relieve nerve compression in the lower back caused by spinal stenosis, helping patients walk longer distances and move with less pain. Dr. Bassani performs this procedure by removing a small portion of bone to create more space for the affected nerves. With a focus on precision and recovery, he helps patients restore mobility and ease the limitations imposed by chronic spinal pressure.

TLIF (Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion)

Dr. Bassani offers Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF) to address spinal instability and degenerative disc conditions through a posterior approach that protects important anatomical structures. This technique promotes solid fusion while maintaining spinal alignment, allowing patients to regain function and experience long-term stability and reduced pain.

PLIF (Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion)

To treat lower back pain and instability, Dr. Bassani performs Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF) using a well-established approach that provides direct access to the spine. By carefully placing bone grafts and stabilization hardware, he helps patients achieve solid spinal fusion, reduce chronic discomfort, and return to active living.

ALIF (Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion)

Using a front-facing approach to the spine, Dr. Bassani performs Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) to treat conditions such as degenerative disc disease and spinal instability in the lower back. This technique allows for excellent disc space access while minimizing disruption to back muscles. With expertise in this advanced method, he achieves strong fusion outcomes and supports faster recovery with lasting relief.