A herniated disc in your lower back can instantly disrupt your daily routine—making a simple stroll around Bixby Knolls, driving down Atlantic Avenue, or bending
A sudden or persistent burning pain shooting down your leg can turn everyday activities—like walking through Bixby Knolls, driving down Long Beach Boulevard, or simply standing up
Living with chronic neck or back pain can affect every part of your life—from working and exercising to simply getting a good night’s sleep. While many spinal conditions improve with conservative treatments, some patients continue to experience pain, numbness, weakness, or limited mobility despite physical therapy, medications, or injections.
A cervical herniated disc can cause more than just neck pain—it can lead to radiating arm pain, numbness, tingling, muscle weakness, and difficulty performing everyday activities. Whether your symptoms developed gradually or appeared after an injury, getting the right diagnosis is the first step toward lasting relief.
For many patients, the prospect of spine surgery can feel overwhelming. However, modern advancements in orthopedic spine care have transformed the patient experience. Today’s techniques are designed to address the root cause of spinal pain with surgical precision that minimizes impact on the body and accelerates the journey back to daily activity.
When Dr. Amandeep Bhalla enters the operating room, the outside world melts away. There are no phone calls to take, no MyChart messages to return, no strict timetables to adhere to. The priority is clear: the person on the table. A beating heart and breathing lungs. Hands that someone in the waiting room is eager to hold again.
