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Eye on Health: Minimally invasive procedure frees Beacon patient from debilitating back pain

Amy Nussbaum with her family today.

Amy Nussbaum lives a life not unlike many others. She has a job, a family, and she maintains an active lifestyle.

But there came a day when the list of things she needed to do, and wanted to do, had to be put on hold. It started with pain and back spasms. “I never really knew when it was going to happen; it wasn’t this big moment where I had this injury,” Amy said.

It became progressively worse, eventually causing her so much pain that sometimes it even hurt to walk.

That’s when a friend told her about Dr. Neal Patel at Beacon Medical Group North Central Neurosurgery.

After finding the source of Amy’s pain – sciatic, inflamed nerves from a herniated disc, Dr. Patel offered Amy a minimally invasive treatment option that has helped her return to her normal life. Discover how Amy reclaimed her life through Beacon’s compassionate care.

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Our team of experts includes neurologists, neurosurgeons, rehabilitative therapists, specially trained nurses and other specialists. These trained providers work together to create a care plan that’s appropriate for each patient with the goal of achieving the best possible outcome. Learn more about our program and our team.

About Heidi Prescott

Heidi Prescott leads media relations and patient storytelling for the northern Indiana region of Beacon Health System, bringing more than 25 years of journalism experience to healthcare communications. She knows how to find the human angle in complex topics and connect those compelling narratives with readers. When steps away from the keyboard, you'll find her outside following butterflies, watching birds or just enjoying the sun.