Conditions We Treat
Dr. Wallace specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of spinal conditions with evidence-based, patient-focused care.
Adult Spinal Deformity
Abnormal spinal alignment that develops after maturity, often causing pain and imbalance; treated first with conservative care, with surgery for severe or progressive cases.
Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
Age-related disc wear that can cause back or neck pain and stiffness; most people improve with therapy, activity changes, and medications.
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS)
Persistent or recurrent pain after spine surgery due to multiple possible causes; managed with targeted non-surgical treatments and, in select cases, revision surgery.
Foraminal Stenosis
Narrowing of the nerve exit (foramen) that pinches the nerve and causes radiating pain, numbness, or weakness; therapy, meds, and injections are first-line.
Herniated Discs
Disc material pushes out and irritates nearby nerves, often causing arm or leg pain; most improve without surgery using therapy, meds, and activity modification.
Spondylolysis (Pars Fracture)
Stress fracture in the pars interarticularis, common in young athletes; usually treated with rest, activity changes, and physical therapy.
Pediatric Scoliosis
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis with a sideways spinal curve; care ranges from observation and bracing to surgery depending on curve size and growth.
Radiculopathy (Sciatica / Pinched Nerve)
Nerve root compression causing radiating pain, tingling, or weakness in an arm or leg; typically improves with non-surgical care.
Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Pain
Pain from the joint connecting the spine and pelvis due to inflammation or instability; treated with therapy, meds, and injections; fusion only if necessary.
Spinal Stenosis
Narrowing of the spinal canal or foramina that compresses nerves, leading to pain and walking intolerance; managed conservatively first, surgery if deficits.
Spondylolisthesis (Spinal Instability)
One vertebra slips forward over another, causing back and/or leg symptoms; therapy and injections are first-line, with surgery considered if severe.
Compression Fractures
Collapsed vertebra, often from osteoporosis or trauma, causing back pain that worsens with standing; most heal with conservative care, kyphoplasty if needed.