--- title: Orthopedic Spine date: 2025-07-14T14:16:00-05:00 author: Kris Rieckers canonical_url: "https://www.schneckmed.org/medical-services/orthopedic-spine" section: Medical Services --- ![man grabs his lower back and back of neck in pain](https://d188lfxfyq6i9j.cloudfront.net/general-uploads/Blog/_50x42_crop_center-center_none/AdobeStock_402699128e.jpg) # Orthopedic Spine If you're living with back or neck pain, even the simplest tasks can feel overwhelming. But expert relief is closer than you think. The Schneck Neurosurgery & Ortho Spine Team is specially trained to help you find best treatment to help ease your pain. [Call: 812-523-7870](tel:812-523-7870) The team at Schneck Neurosurgery & Orthopedic Spine knows that pain in your neck and back prevents you from living life at your best. We offer treatments that can improve your mobility, lessen pain and get you back to the activities you love. We listen to your concerns and help you find the individualized treatments that help you reach your goals. Treatment options vary and will start with conservative recommendations and surgical options when appropriate. ![](https://d188lfxfyq6i9j.cloudfront.net/general-uploads/images/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_98_none/295914/cervical.webp) ## Neck & Upper Spine (Cervical) A wide range of issues can present in the neck and upper back. These issues can begin in the bones, discs, nerves and soft tissue of the neck. Issues in this area can cause pain and stiffness that can even radiate down into the shoulders, arms and hands. ![](https://d188lfxfyq6i9j.cloudfront.net/general-uploads/images/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_98_none/295916/thoracic.webp) ## Middle Back (Thoracic) Pain in the mid-spine usually is the result of injury, strain or conditions like spinal stenosis or herniated discs. Pain can be severe and might also include tingling and numbness. ![](https://d188lfxfyq6i9j.cloudfront.net/general-uploads/images/_AUTOxAUTO_crop_center-center_98_none/295915/lumbar.webp) ## Lower Back (Lumbar) Pain in the lower back can be the result of injuries, aging, strains and abnormalities. Pain can be severe and limit mobility. ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) ## "Dr. MacKinlay is wonderful. Very thorough and made me feel confident in my future surgery." ~ Rhonda, Schneck Neurosurgery & Orthopedic Spine patient ## "Dr. MacKinlay was excellent and spent a whole 30 minutes talking with me. He answered my questions and listened while I explained my concerns. Very impressed with this practice." ~Joe, Schneck Neurosurgery & Orthopedic Spine patient ## "Stephanie Copeland, NP was outstanding. She was pleasant, patient, listened well, explained everything so my mother could understand - gentle, kind and confident. Good visit!" ~Mary, Schneck Neurosurgery & Orthopedic Spine patient ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)## Schneck Neurosurgery & Orthopedic Spine Providers Our team includes a fellowship-trained physician with the experience needed to provide you with the best treatment options. ![Dr Kenneth Mac Kinlay](https://d188lfxfyq6i9j.cloudfront.net/general-uploads/Doctors/_25x25_crop_center-center_none/DrKennethMacKinlay-3x3.jpg) ### Kenneth MacKinlay, MD, MS Orthopedic Spine [View Info »](https://www.schneckmed.org/doctors/kenneth-mackinlay) ![Stephanie Copeland](https://d188lfxfyq6i9j.cloudfront.net/general-uploads/Doctors/_25x25_crop_center-center_none/StephanieCopeland-3x3.jpg) ### Stephanie Copeland, NP Orthopedic Spine [View Info »](https://www.schneckmed.org/doctors/stephanie-copeland) ![Matthew Stanfield](https://d188lfxfyq6i9j.cloudfront.net/general-uploads/images/_25x25_crop_center-center_none/MatthewStanfield-sq.jpg) ### Matthew R. 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