Neurosurgery, Brain, and Spinal Cord Center, Synphaet Ramintra Hospital

Rapid care for brain and nervous system diseases, because every minute matters.

The brain and spinal cord are the control centers of the body. Movement, function, memory, speech, vision, and sensory perception all rely on the nervous system. If an abnormality occurs—whether a stroke, brain tumor, pinched nerve, or brain and spinal cord trauma—rapid diagnosis and early treatment can help reduce disability, increase recovery chances, and allow patients to return to a life as close to normal as possible.

The Neurosurgery, Brain, and Spinal Cord Center at Synphaet Ramintra Hospital provides comprehensive care for brain, nervous system, and spinal cord diseases. Our team of neurosurgeons, neurologists, anesthesiologists, rehabilitation physicians, physical therapists, and multidisciplinary staff work closely together. We utilize advanced diagnostic tools and surgical technologies to ensure patients receive the safest and most effective treatments.

Diseases and Conditions We Treat

Our center provides care for brain, nervous system, and spine diseases, covering medical therapies, surgeries, and rehabilitation, including:

Brain Diseases

• Stroke
• Cerebral hemorrhage (brain bleed)
• Cerebral stenosis or aneurysm rupture (blocked or ruptured brain vessels)
• Brain tumors
• Brain cysts
• Hydrocephalus
• Epilepsy requiring surgical treatment

Spine and Spinal Cord Diseases

• Herniated disc (herniated nucleus pulposus) compressing nerves
• Spinal degeneration (spondylosis)
• Spinal stenosis
• Spondylolisthesis (slipped vertebra)
• Spinal cord tumors
• Spinal cord injury

Nervous System Diseases

• Pinched nerves (nerve compression)
• Chronic neck and back pain
• Peripheral neuropathy

Diagnostic Innovations for Precise Lesion Detection

We use advanced tools and technologies to analyze and identify the cause of diseases accurately, precisely, and as rapidly as possible.

• Standard laboratory and blood tests
• Digital spine X-ray
• Mobile C-arm X-ray: Real-time X-ray imaging combined with a navigation system in the operating theater, allowing surgeons to precisely target neurosurgical areas in the brain and spine, reducing risks and facilitating better recovery.
• High-speed CT Scan (128 slices): Rapidly detects abnormalities and diseases in the brain, especially in emergency situations such as brain hemorrhage or acute stroke.
• MRI/MRA Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging/Angiography): Examines brain tissues, nerves, and blood vessels to detect abnormalities, compressed structures, or micro-lesions in detail.
• Electromyography (EMG): Evaluates peripheral nerve and muscle functions, such as nerve compression, numbness in hands/feet, and muscle weakness.
• Nerve Conduction Study (NCS): Diagnoses peripheral nerve degeneration or compression.

Modern Treatments and Surgical Approaches

Our center offers advanced treatments and approaches, encompassing both non-surgical therapies and surgical interventions.

Non-Surgical Treatments

• Specialized medical treatments and physical therapy rehabilitation programs
• Orthotic supports to balance and reduce strain on bones and nerves
• Targeted injections (epidural or joint blocks) to relieve pain at its source
• Nucleoplasty: Radiofrequency treatment for herniated discs to relieve nerve compression without surgery

Surgical Treatments

• Brain tumor surgery
• Brain hemorrhage/hematoma evacuation surgery
• Surgery for certain cerebrovascular diseases
• Herniated disc surgery
• Spine surgery
• Spinal cord tumor surgery
• Nerve decompression surgery
• Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MIS)

Why Choose the Neurosurgery, Brain, and Spinal Cord Center at Synphaet Ramintra Hospital?

• ✓ Highly Experienced Neurosurgical Team: Instilling confidence in every procedure and complex surgery under skilled specialists who pay attention to every treatment detail.
• ✓ International Advanced Technologies: Fast and precise diagnostics like CT-128 slices, C-arm X-ray, and MRI/MRA, combined with surgical micro-instruments and high-magnification surgical microscopes.
• ✓ Holistic Care and Multidisciplinary Team: Beyond surgery, physical therapists and specialized nurses provide continuous post-operative rehabilitation.
• ✓ 24-Hour Emergency Care Capability: Ready to immediately care for patients with traumatic brain injury or acute stroke (hemorrhagic/ischemic) 24/7.

Q&A Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What symptoms indicate I should immediately see a brain and nervous system specialist?

A: If you experience drooping face, arm/leg weakness, slurred speech, sudden severe headache, seizure, loss of consciousness, or loss of balance while walking, seek immediate medical attention as these are signs of a stroke or a neurological emergency.

Q: Does back pain radiating down the leg always require surgery?

A: Not necessarily. Most patients can be treated with medication, physical therapy, or injections first. The physician will evaluate the severity and select the most appropriate treatment path.

Q: What kind of back pain is a sign of a “pinched nerve”?

A: Back or waist pain combined with sharp, electric shock-like pain radiating down to the leg, calf, or foot, or numbness accompanied by leg weakness, are clear signs of nerve compression. You should immediately see a neurosurgeon for evaluation before permanent nerve damage occurs.

Q: What is the difference between an MRI and a CT Scan?

A: A CT scan is ideal for assessing emergencies like acute bleeding, while an MRI provides clearer detail of brain tissues, spinal cord, and nerves. The doctor will choose the appropriate scan based on the disease.

Q: What are the benefits of Minimally Invasive Spine (MIS) surgery?

A: Smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, less post-operative pain, shorter recovery times, and a faster return to daily activities in suitable patients.