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Non-Surgical Care For Spondylolysis In Columbus, GA

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Regenexx solutions provide a non-surgical option for many suffering from pain and loss of function due to a back or spinal injury. To learn more about whether Regenexx could be a solution for you, fill out our online candidacy form. One of our patient care coordinators will work with you to take the next steps toward recovery.

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1224 Stark Avenue Columbus, GA 31906

Avoid Back Surgery with Regenexx

Spondylolysis is a break in the bone connecting the facet joints and is especially common for people engaged in athletics that involve considerable strain on the back. Spinal fusion involving fusing together the vertebrae around where the break has occurred is the common treatment option. There is no way to install the hardware to fuse the spine without cutting through the critical muscles and fascia that stabilize the spine. As a result, spinal fusions create spinal instability around the site of the fusion. Spinal fusions have additionally been shown over time to be no more effective than sham or placebo surgeries while complications occur in 36% of fusion patients.

During this outpatient procedure, our expert physicians use precise image guidance to inject custom concentrations of your body’s natural healing mechanisms into the exact areas of damage around the break to promote natural healing. Best of all, your downtime will be a fraction of surgery, with little to no need for opioid pain medications or time off of work. Call our patient care coordinators today to get started on your path to recovery.

Regenexx Benefits

  • Increased function
  • Pain reduction
  • Most individuals do not experience extensive downtime
  • Minimal time off of work
  • No surgery
  • Minimal use of mobility tools (crutches, etc.)
  • Minimal disruption of regular routine

1224 Stark Avenue
Columbus, GA 31906

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As a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physician with a subspecialty in pain medicine and electrodiagnostics, Dr. Dawson’s focus is on research-based and holistic treatment of pain conditions, including low back pain, neck pain, osteoarthritis, sciatica, and more.

During his undergraduate years at Tulane, he was a member of the track team and the Student Athlete Academic Club. Subsequently, he was selected as chief resident at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

In his free time, he enjoys fishing and spending time with family.

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Areas treated: Cervical Spine (Not Upper Cervical or CCI)*, Hip, Knee, Lumbar Spine, Shoulder, Thoracic Spine

Dr. Buzanowska is an Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine physician and an Associate Medical Director at River City Sports and Spine Specialists in Columbus, GA. Her primary focus is on developing a holistic and individualized treatment plan for the relief of pain.

She is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Director of Musculoskeletal Medicine and Interventional Spine Fellowship. Prior to joining River City, Dr. Buzanowska spent four years working at the Cleveland Clinic.

Dr. Buzanowska has been a speaker in national meetings and has published articles, abstracts and book chapters on regenerative medicine, sciatica, low back and gluteal pain, and others. She is a member of multiple professional societies, where she is active in the sphere of healthcare leadership, legislation and health policy.

In her free time, she enjoys playing tennis and spending time with family.

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Areas treated: Cervical Spine (Not Upper Cervical or CCI)*, Hip, Knee, Lumbar Spine, Shoulder, Thoracic Spine

Areas Treated

Cervical Spine (Not Upper Cervical or CCI)*, Hip, Knee, Lumbar Spine, Shoulder, Thoracic Spine

*This provider is NOT authorized by Regenexx to treat the C0-C1 or C1-C2 levels of the neck or CCI (craniocervical instability).

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