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William R. Hotchkiss, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon. He specializes in surgical and non-surgical treatments of the spine, including spine athletic injuries and pediatric spinal surgery. Dr. Hotchkiss uses the latest technology to provide his patients the best possible outcomes.

Cervical

The cervical spine comprises the first 7 vertebrae of the spinal column, which form the neck. The cervical spine is highly mobile compared to other regions of the spine such as thoracic or lumbar spine. In contrast to other parts of the spine, the cervical spine has transverse foramina in each vertebra through which the vertebral arteries supply blood to the brain.

The most common cervical spine conditions and surgeries include:

Neck Pain
Cervical Herniated Disc
Cervical Stenosis
Cervical Disc Replacement
Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Myelopathy
Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical Deformity
Neck Strain
Cervical Disc Herniation
Cervical Stenosis
Cervical Fractures
Atlantoaxial Instability
Os Odontoideum
Atlantoaxial & Occipitocervical Pathology
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion
Cervical Laminoplasty
Cervical Disc Replacement
Posterior Cervical Fusion
Posterior Foraminotomy

Thoracic

Thoracic spine is the central part of the spine, also called the dorsal spine, which runs from the base of the neck to the bottom of your rib cage. The thoracic spine provides flexibility that holds the body upright and protects the organs of the chest.

The most common thoracic spine conditions and surgeries include:

Midback Pain
Thoracic Disc Herniation
Scoliosis
Scheuermann’s Kyphosis
Vertebral Compression Fracture
Spondylolisthesis
Adult Idiopathic Scoliosis
Adult Degenerative Scoliosis
Thoracic Decompression

Lumbar

The lumbar spine is composed of the lower 5 vertebrae, which have been numbered L1–L5. The lowest vertebra of the lumbar spine (L5) is connected to the top of the sacrum, which is a triangular bone present at the base of the spine fitting into the two pelvic bones. In some cases, an extra or sixth lumbar vertebra may be present.

The most common lumbar spine conditions and surgeries include:

Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spondylosis
Lumbar Strain
Lumbar Disc herniation
Lumbar Decompression
ACP Low Back Pain 2017

Spine Athletic Injuries

Athletes are prone to spine injuries as a result of trauma or repetitive movements and stress. Improper technique, fatigue and poor muscle tone and flexibility can also lead to spine injuries. High-risk sports include football, wrestling, weight lifting, ice hockey, skiing, diving and cheerleading. Injuries may cause fracture or slipping of vertebrae, bulging or rupture of intervertebral discs and damage to the spinal cord. This can lead to significant pain and disability.

Spondylolysis
Spondylolisthesis
Herniated discs
Nerve Injuries
Vertebrae Fracture

Practice Location

9301 North Central Expressway
Tower One, Suite 400
Dallas, Texas 75231

Phone: (214) 220-2468
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3800 Gaylord Parkway
Suite 710
Frisco, Texas 75034

Phone: (214) 220-2468
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