Chronic back pain can be relentless. It disrupts your daily activities, interferes with sleep, and limits your ability to enjoy life. If you’ve been told that surgery is your only option, it’s important to know that there are other effective, non-surgical treatments available—especially here at California Sports & Spine Institute (CSSI).

Dr. Maxim Moradian and his team specialize in minimally invasive and regenerative solutions that are helping countless patients avoid surgery while still achieving meaningful, long-term relief.

The Problem with Jumping Straight to Surgery

While back surgery can be beneficial in certain cases, it's not always the best or only solution. In fact:

• Some patients don’t experience lasting relief after surgery.
• Recovery time can be lengthy and disruptive to your life.
• Surgery carries risks and complications, especially in complex spinal cases.
• In many instances, surgery doesn’t address the root cause—just the symptoms.

That’s why a conservative, evidence-based approach should be the first step for most people dealing with back pain.

Alternatives Offered at CSSI

At California Sports & Spine Institute, we take pride in offering cutting-edge, non-surgical treatments that target the source of your pain and support your body’s natural healing process.

1. Regenerative Medicine

Regenerative therapies like Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Stem Cell Therapy use your body’s own biological materials to repair damaged tissues, reduce inflammation, and restore function—naturally.

2. The Discseel® Procedure

CSSI is the only provider in California offering the innovative Discseel® Procedure, a non-surgical treatment for damaged spinal discs. This outpatient procedure uses biologics to seal and regenerate torn or leaky discs—without the need for spinal fusion or laminectomy.

3. Interventional Pain Management

We use targeted, image-guided injections such as epidural steroid injections, medial branch blocks, and radiofrequency ablation to precisely treat pain and inflammation at its source.

4. Functional Rehabilitation

Strengthening your core, improving your posture, and restoring spinal flexibility can all contribute to a long-term solution. Our integrative care model combines physical therapy and rehabilitation with pain relief strategies for optimal outcomes.

When Is Surgery Necessary?

While most patients respond well to non-surgical care, surgery might be necessary if:

• You have severe nerve compression causing loss of function
• You experience bladder or bowel incontinence
• There’s spinal instability or deformity requiring correction

In these cases, we can refer you to trusted surgical specialists. But we’ll always exhaust conservative options first.

Take the First Step Toward Relief—Without Surgery

If you've been told that surgery is your only hope, we encourage you to seek a second opinion at California Sports & Spine Institute. With our expertise in regenerative medicine, minimally invasive procedures, and holistic treatment plans, surgery may not be necessary after all.

📍 Visit one of our convenient Southern California locations:

Arcadia – 51 N. 5th Ave Suite B, Arcadia, CA 91006

Glendale – 317 S Brand Blvd Suite A-104, Glendale, CA 91204

Palmdale – 41210 11th Street West, Suite K, Palmdale, CA 93551

📞 Call us at (818) 338-6860 or (626) 460-1096

🌐 Learn more or request an appointment at: californiasportsandspine.com

California Sports & Spine Institute – Helping you live pain-free, without surgery.