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Trusted Tumor Management at NYSI Queens

A spinal tumor diagnosis can be overwhelming—but in Queens, you’re never far from expert help. At New York Spine Institute in Kew Gardens, we offer leading-edge evaluation and treatment for both benign and malignant spinal tumors, with an integrated team of specialists working to protect your mobility, relieve pain, and improve your quality of life.

From diagnosis through recovery, our Queens-based care team delivers personalized, multidisciplinary support—right here in your neighborhood.

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What Are Spinal Tumors?

Spinal tumors are abnormal tissue growths that develop in or around the spine. They may occur in any part of the spinal column and vary by location, origin, and behavior:

  • Benign tumors: Noncancerous growths that can still cause pain or nerve compression
  • Malignant tumors: Cancerous tumors that may spread to or from the spine
  • Primary tumors: Begin in the spine itself
  • Secondary (metastatic) tumors: Spread from cancers like lung, breast, or prostate
  • Intramedullary: Inside the spinal cord
  • Extradural or intradural-extramedullary: Outside the cord but within or around the spinal canal

Spinal tumors can develop in the cervical (neck), thoracic (mid-back), lumbar (lower back), or sacral (pelvic) regions.

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Symptoms of a Spinal Tumor

As tumors grow, they can place pressure on spinal nerves or destabilize vertebrae. Symptoms may include:

  • Persistent or worsening back/neck pain—especially at night
  • Radiating limb pain, numbness, or tingling
  • Muscle weakness, gait instability, or falls
  • Loss of bowel or bladder control
  • Unexplained fatigue or weight loss

Early diagnosis is crucial to avoid long-term neurological damage and preserve function.

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Treatment Options in Queens

At NYSI Queens, we tailor every spinal tumor treatment plan to the patient’s specific diagnosis, symptoms, and health goals. Options may include:

Non-Surgical Management:

  • Active monitoring of slow-growing or asymptomatic tumors
  • Radiation therapy to reduce or control tumor size
  • Chemotherapy as part of a broader cancer treatment plan

Surgical Treatment:

Surgery may be recommended when:

  • Nerve compression leads to pain, weakness, or loss of function
  • The tumor causes spinal instability or fracture
  • Conservative treatments fail

Our spine surgeons at NYSI Queens may perform:

  • Decompression surgery to relieve nerve pressure
  • Spinal stabilization or fusion to restore structural support
  • Kyphoplasty or vertebroplasty for vertebral integrity
  • Tumor resection or embolization, when applicable

Whenever possible, we use minimally invasive techniques to reduce trauma and promote faster recovery.

Why Choose NYSI Queens for Spinal Tumor Treatment?

At New York Spine Institute in Kew Gardens, we combine the precision of a major spine center with the personalized care of a community-based practice.

What Sets Us Apart:

  • Leadership from Dr. Alexandre B. de Moura, a pioneer in complex and revision spine surgery
  • Multispecialty expertise including orthopedic spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, and pain management physicians
  • Integrated care— physical therapy, and post-op support all available from one Queens location
  • Multilingual care—our team speaks Spanish, Russian, Portuguese, French, and more
  • Compassionate, long-term care focused on outcomes and patient dignity

Patients from Forest Hills, Jamaica, Flushing, and across Queens choose NYSI for top-tier tumor care—without the stress of traveling far.

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Take the Next Step Toward Relief

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a spinal tumor, trust the experienced team at New York Spine Institute in Queens to guide your care with expertise and empathy.

Schedule your consultation today at 80-02 Kew Gardens Road, Suite 200, Kew Gardens, NY 11415. Let’s work together toward a safer, stronger future.

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