ARTHIT HONGVANIT, M.D.
- Orthopedic Surgery
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BNH Premier Spine Centre: Comprehensive Care for Spinal Health
At BNH Premier Spine Centre, we understand the crucial role that spinal health plays in maintaining overall well-being. A healthy spine is essential for providing structural support, facilitating movement, and protecting the spinal cord and nerve roots. Poor spinal health can lead to a range of issues, including chronic pain, reduced mobility, and even cardiovascular problems.
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Why Spinal Health Matters
The spine is the foundation of your body, supporting movement, stability, and protecting the spinal cord—a critical part of the nervous system. A healthy spine is essential for overall well-being, as spine problems can lead to chronic pain, mobility issues, and even neurological complications.
- Support and Stability: The spine supports the body’s frame, distributing weight evenly and maintaining posture.
- Movement and Flexibility: A well-functioning spine enables flexible movement and reduces the risk of mobility-related issues.
- Neurological Integrity: The spine protects the spinal cord, ensuring proper communication between the brain and body.
- Impact on Overall Health: Spinal health affects not only physical but also mental and emotional well-being.
Preventing Spine Problems
To maintain a healthy spine, consider the following tips:
- Maintain Good Posture: Poor posture is one of the leading causes of spine problems. Whether sitting, standing, or lifting heavy objects, always ensure proper alignment of your spine. Use ergonomic chairs and desks to support your back during long hours of work.
- Exercise Regularly: Strengthening your core muscles (abdominals, lower back, and pelvis) is crucial for supporting the spine. Incorporate exercises like yoga, Pilates, and swimming into your routine to improve flexibility and reduce the risk of injury.
- Lift Properly: Always use your legs, not your back, when lifting heavy objects. Bend your knees, keep the object close to your body, and avoid twisting your spine while lifting.
- Stay Active: Prolonged sitting or standing can strain your spine. Take regular breaks to stretch and move around, especially if you have a desk job.
- Maintain a Healthy Weight: Excess weight, particularly around the abdomen, can put additional stress on your spine, leading to degenerative conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.
- Quit Smoking: Smoking reduces blood flow to the spine, accelerating degeneration and impairing the body’s ability to heal.
- Stay Hydrated: The discs in your spine require adequate hydration to maintain their elasticity and function. Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
- Sleep on a Supportive Mattress: A good mattress that supports the natural curvature of your spine can prevent back pain and improve sleep quality.
- Choosing suitable office equipment (ergonomic support), such as utilizing an ergonomic chair and positioning the computer screen at eye level.
When should you consult a Spine Doctor?
- Neck, Shoulder, or Upper Back Pain: Sudden or chronic pain in the neck, shoulder blades, or upper back.
- Neck Pain with Radiating Symptoms: Neck pain accompanied by pain radiating to the head, arms, or legs.
- Pain in the Head, Shoulders, or Elbows: Especially pain that occurs during sleep.
- Numbness or Weakness: Numbness or weakness in the muscles of the arms, legs, or torso.
- Difficulty Walking: Unsteady gait or inability to control walking properly.
- Neck Deformity: Visible curvature or deformity in the neck.
- Lower Back or Buttock Pain: Sudden or chronic pain in the lower back, waist, or buttocks.
- Lower Back Pain with Radiating Symptoms: Lower back pain that radiates to the thighs, legs, or feet.
- Lower Back Deformity: Visible curvature or deformity in the lower back.
Comprehensive Care at BNH Premier Spine Centre
Advanced Technology in Spine Surgery, at BNH Premier Spine Centre, we leverage the latest advancements in spine surgery, including minimally invasive techniques. Our surgeons are skilled in using advanced imaging and minimally invasive procedures to ensure precise and effective treatments. This approach not only reduces recovery time but also minimizes discomfort, allowing patients to return to their normal activities sooner.
BNH Premier Spine Centre offers a holistic approach to spinal care, featuring:
1 . Spine Surgery
1 . Spine Surgery : Our team performs a wide range of surgical procedures, including:
Cervical Spine (C-Spine)
- Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF): Removes a damaged disc and fuses the vertebrae to stabilize the spine.
- Total Disc Replacement (TDR): Replaces a damaged disc with an artificial one to preserve motion.
- Cervical Laminectomy and Decompression: Relieves pressure on the spinal cord or nerves by removing part of the vertebra.
- Cervical Laminoplasty: Expands the spinal canal to relieve pressure without fusion.
- Cervical Laminotomy: Removes a small portion of the vertebra to access and treat herniated discs or bone spurs.
Thoracic Spine (T-Spine)
- Thoracic Laminectomy and Decompression: Addresses spinal stenosis or tumors in the thoracic region.
- Kyphoplasty: A minimally invasive procedure to treat spinal fractures caused by osteoporosis or trauma.
- Vertebroplasty: Stabilizes fractured vertebrae by injecting bone cement.
Lumbosacral Spine (LS-Spine)
- Lumbar Laminectomy and Decompression: Relieves pressure on the nerves in the lower back.
- Microdiscectomy: Removes herniated disc material pressing on a nerve root.
- Fenestration: Creates a small window in the vertebra to access and treat disc issues.
- Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (MIS TLIF): Stabilizes the spine with minimal tissue disruption.
- Oblique Lumbar Interbody Fusion (OLIF): Accesses the spine through the side to reduce muscle damage.
- Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF): A lateral approach for treating degenerative disc disease and scoliosis.
- Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF): Stabilizes the spine from the back.
- Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF): Accesses the spine from the rear to fuse vertebrae.
- Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF): Accesses the spine through the abdomen for fusion.
- Percutaneous Pedicle Screw Fixation (PPS): Minimally invasive screw placement for spinal stability.
- Pedicle Subtraction Osteotomy (PSO): Corrects severe spinal deformities.
- Smith-Petersen Osteotomy: Addresses spinal misalignment.
Advanced Technology in Spine Surgery
At BNH Premier Spine Centre, we utilize the latest advancements in spine surgery to ensure precision, safety, and faster recovery. Our minimally invasive techniques include:
- Robotic-Assisted Surgery: Enhanced precision for complex procedures.
- Image-Guided Navigation: Real-time imaging for accurate placement of implants.
- Intraoperative Neuromonitoring: Ensures nerve safety during surgery.
2 . Pain Clinic
2. Pain Clinic
Our pain specialists offer a wide range of pain management options, including personalized pain medications tailored to each patient’s needs, intravenous infusions, and targeted pain interventions. We employ advanced techniques to diagnose and treat chronic pain, including spinal pain, musculoskeletal pain, neuropathic pain, cancer pain, and other widespread pain conditions. Pain interventions are performed under fluoroscopy or ultrasound guidance to ensure the safety, accuracy, and effectiveness. Pain interventions include:
2.1 Spinal pain
2.1.1 Axial neck pain (cervical facet pain)
- Cervical medial branch block
- Cervical medial branch RFA (radiofrequency ablation, rhizotomy)
2.1.2 Neck pain with radicular symptoms (arm/hand pain) secondary to herniated disc, foraminal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, cervical spondylosis)
- Selective nerve root block
- Pulsed radiofrequency treatment of the selective nerve root
- Interlaminar cervical epidural steroid injection
2.1.3 Occipital headache/occipital neuralgia
- Third occipital nerve (TON)/greater occipital nerve (GON)/lesser occipital nerve (LON) block/RFA (radiofrequency ablation, rhizotomy)
- Cervical medial branch RFA (radiofrequency ablation, rhizotomy)
2.1.4 Axial back pain (lumbar facet pain)
- Lumbar medial branch block /lumbar facet joint injection
- Lumbar medial branch RFA (radiofrequency ablation, rhizotomy)
2.1.5 Low back pain with radicular symptoms (leg pain/sciatica) secondary to herniated disc (HNP), degenerative disc disease (DDD), spondylolisthesis, lumbar spondylosis, stenosis, postlaminectomy pain, or failed back surgery
- Lumbar selective nerve root block / epidural steroid injection
- Caudal epidural steroid injection
- Pulsed radiofrequency treatment of the selective nerve root
- Spinal cord stimulation
2.1.6 Sacroiliac joint pain
- Sacroiliac joint injection
- Sacral lateral branch RFA (radiofrequency ablation, rhizotomy)
2.1.7 Coccyx (tail bone) pain
- Pudendal nerve block with corticosteroid +/- neurolysis
- Impar ganglion block with corticosteroid +/- neurolysis
2.1.8 Buttock pain/ piriformis syndrome
- Piriformis muscle injection with steroid or Botox
3.1 Musculoskeletal pain
3.1.1 Hip pain from OA hip (non–surgical candidate)
- Intra-articular hip joint injection with PRP (platelet rich plasma)
- Genicular nerve of hip RFA (radiofrequency ablation, rhizotomy)
3.1.2 Knee pain from OA knee (non–surgical candidate)
- Genicular nerve of knee RFA (radiofrequency ablation, rhizotomy)
3.1.3 Shoulder pain from partial tendon tear/tendinopathy
- PRP (platelet rich plasma) injection of tendon
4.1 Chronic neuropathic pain
4.4.1 Facial pain/ trigeminal neuralgia
- Trigeminal nerve block with steroid
- Trigeminal nerve pulsed radiofrequency treatment
- Local injection with Botulinum toxin at the painful area (along the nerve distribution)
- Sphenopalatine ganglion nerve block with steroid or Botulinum toxin
4.1.2 Herpes zoster/postherpetic neuralgia
- Nerve block and neurolysis/pulsed radiofrequency treatment
4.1.3 CRPS (Complex regional pain syndrome)
- Stellate ganglion block for upper extremities pain
- Lumbar sympathetic block for lower extremities pain
4.1.4 Chronic upper abdominal pain such as chronic pancreatitis
- Splanchnic nerve block with steroid/neurolysis
4.1.5 Chronic lower abdominal pain such as pelvic pain (unknown cause)
- Superior hypogastric plexus neurolysis with steroid/neurolysis
4.1.6 Other peripheral neuropathy with failed medications
- Pulsed radiofrequency of the specific nerve root
5.1 Cancer Pain
5.1.1 Upper abdominal pain from pancreas, stomach, liver, kidney cancer
- Splanchnic nerve neurolytic block
5.1.2 Lower abdominal pain from uterus, ovary, prostate, rectum cancer
- Superior hypogastric plexus neurolytic block.
5.1.3 Perianal/perineal pain/tenesmus from lower rectum, vagina cancer or radiation proctitis
- Impar ganglion neurolytic block
5.1.4 Severe abdominal pain secondary to peritoneal metastasis
- Neuraxial intervention such as epidural catheter implantation and intrathecal drug delivery system (IDDS) or morphine pump
3 . Spine Rehabilitation Clinic
3 . Spine Rehabilitation Clinic: offers specialized care for patients experiencing pain in muscles, tendons, bones, or joints, which can occur in various areas of the body, such as the neck, shoulders, back, hips, legs, knees, and feet. This pain may be either acute or chronic.
For patients who can be treated conservatively, we provide pain management for the conditions mentioned above. Once the pain is alleviated, we focus on creating personalized exercise plans and preventive strategies to minimize the risk of future pain.
For patients requiring spinal surgery, our department delivers comprehensive care, including preoperative physical preparation, postoperative rehabilitation during hospitalization, and ongoing care after discharge. Our aim is to help patients restore mobility, strength, and functionality, enabling them to return to their normal daily activities and achieve their desired level of physical performance. Services includes:
- Physical therapy for pain management and exercise
- Prerehabilitation
- Post-operative rehabilitation
- Lifestyle and ergonomic counselling
- Electrodiagnosis (EMG)
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT)
- High intensity laser
- Peripheral Magnetic Stimulation (PMS)
- Traction
- Heat/ Cold/ Cryotherapy
- Ultrasound guided injection
- Dry needling
- Therapeutic exercise with specialist
- Manual therapy
- Huber machine and equipment for core muscle exercise
- Postural and Ergonomics assessment
Treatment Standards at BNH Premier Spine Centre
At BNH Premier Spine Centre, we are committed to providing comprehensive spine care services delivered by a team of highly specialized physicians in all fields related to spinal health. Our team includes:
- Spine Surgeons and Orthopaedic Surgeons: Experts in diagnosing and treating spinal conditions through both surgical and non-surgical methods.
- Neurosurgeons: Specializing in complex spinal and neurological disorders.
- Anaesthesiologists and Pain Management Specialists: Skilled in advanced pain intervention techniques to provide relief and improve quality of life.
- Pain Management Specialists: Skilled in advanced pain intervention techniques.
- Rehabilitation Physicians: Focused on restoring mobility, strength, and function through personalized rehabilitation programs.
Equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology, we ensure accurate diagnosis and highly effective treatment, delivering the best possible outcomes for every patient. Our goal is to provide holistic, patient-centred care that addresses all aspects of spine health, from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and recovery.
Unmatched Excellence in Spine Surgery: Over 20 Years of Trusted Care
At BNH Premier Spine Centre, we take immense pride in our legacy of delivering exceptional spine surgery outcomes. With over 20 years of experience, we have successfully performed more than 4,000 spine surgeries, averaging over 200 cases per month. Our commitment to precision, innovation, and patient care has set a benchmark in spine surgery, ensuring life-changing results for our patients.
Proven Outcomes You Can Trust
- 0% Paralysis Rate: Our meticulous surgical techniques, advanced technology, and highly skilled surgical team have achieved a 0% paralysis rate across thousands of cases. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities.
- Rapid Recovery: Our patients experience remarkable recovery times, with many able to walk the very next day after surgery. This is a testament to our minimally invasive approaches and personalized post-operative care.
- High Success Rate: With a track record of over 4,000 successful surgeries, we have consistently delivered outstanding results, helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life.
Life After Spine Surgery at BNH Premier Spine Centre
Our patients don’t just recover—they thrive. Here’s what you can expect:
- Immediate Mobility: Many patients are able to walk within 24 hours of surgery, thanks to our minimally invasive techniques.
- Pain Relief: Significant reduction or complete elimination of chronic pain, allowing you to return to daily activities with ease.
- Improved Quality of Life: Restored mobility, strength, and independence enable you to enjoy life to the fullest.
At BNH Premier Spine Centre, your well-being is our priority. We combine expertise, innovation, and compassion to help you achieve optimal spine health and a better quality of life.
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EAKPATIPAN EAMSKOOLNONT, M.D.
- Orthopedic Surgery
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NATTAPAT TANGCHITCHAROEN, M.D.
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PEERADON JARUPRAT, M.D.
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Prof. SUPRANEE NIRUTHISARD, M.D.
- Anesthesiology
- Pain Management
- Cardiovascular and Thoracic Anesthesia
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Prof. WICHARN YINGSAKMONGKOL, M.D.
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Pediatric Orthopaedics
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Eakpatipan Eamskoolnont, M.D.
Spine Centre
Specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery
Assoc. Prof. Supranee Niruthisard, M.D.
Operating Room Unit
Spine Centre
Specialty: Anesthesiology , Pain Management , Cardiovascular and Thoracic Anesthesia
Prof. Wicharn Yingsakmongkol, M.D.
Spine Centre
Specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery and Spinal Surgery
Arthit Hongvanit, M.D.
Spine Centre
Specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery and Spinal Surgery
Marvin Thepsoparn, M.D.
Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy
Spine Centre
Specialty: Anesthesiology
PATT PANNANGPETCH, MD.
Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy
Spine Centre
Specialty: Anesthesiology and Pain Management
Assoc Prof. PORNPAN CHALERMKITPANIT, MD, PhD.
Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy
Spine Centre
Specialty: Anesthesiology and Pain Management
NATTAPAT TANGCHITCHAROEN, M.D.
Spine Centre
Specialty: ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND SPINAL SURGERY