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Nkrumah Neurosurgery & Spine
Nkrumah Neurosurgery & Spine
Treatment Options

Care matched to the problem.

Explore the conservative, minimally invasive, and surgical approaches Dr. Nkrumah may recommend, and what each one is designed to address.

Reviewing a spine model
Treatment

ACDF

Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, used to relieve pressure in the neck and stabilise the segment.

Treatment

Brain Tumor Surgery

Surgical planning and removal for benign and malignant tumors affecting the brain.

Treatment

Cervical Disc Replacement

An alternative to fusion that aims to preserve motion at the treated level of the neck.

Treatment

Chiari Decompression

A procedure to relieve crowding at the base of the skull and improve fluid flow.

Treatment

Complex & Revision Spine Surgery

Care for difficult or previously operated spines, where prior anatomy and hardware shape the plan.

Surgical option

Lumbar Laminectomy & Decompression

A decompression procedure that removes portions of bone or thickened tissue to create more room for the nerves.

Treatment

Microdiscectomy

Removal of the disc fragment pressing on a nerve, usually to relieve leg pain from a herniated disc.

Treatment

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Techniques that aim to treat the problem through smaller exposures with less disruption to surrounding tissue.

Nonsurgical options

Nonsurgical Care

Therapy, activity changes, medication, and selected injections that may help before surgery is considered.

Treatment

Scoliosis & Adult Deformity

Correction and stabilisation of spinal alignment when curvature affects posture, balance, or comfort.

When stability matters

Spinal Fusion

Joining vertebrae to stabilise a segment, considered when instability, slippage, or deformity is present.

Watch Tim’s Story
Herniated DiscMicrodiscectomy

Back to family life and travel after surgery.

Tim's experience, from evaluation through recovery.

My mother is in loving, attentive hands.

Tim Smith
Spinal fusion patient

Frequently asked questions

Thoughtful answers to common questions about evaluation, treatment, and what to expect when you meet with our team.

Will I need surgery for my back or neck pain?

Most people do not. Care begins with the least invasive effective path, and surgery is recommended only when it can meaningfully help.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Please bring a photo ID, insurance information, a current medication list, and any available imaging or reports. If another physician referred you, our team can also help coordinate records before your visit.

Can I request a second opinion before deciding on treatment?

Yes. A second opinion is a normal part of planning care, and our team will review your imaging and history and explain the options.

How quickly can I return to normal activity after treatment?

It depends on the procedure and your starting point. You will get a clear recovery timeline before anything is scheduled.

Ready When You Are

You deserve clear answers and a plan forward.

Request an appointment to talk through your symptoms, imaging, and treatment options with our team.