“You Don’t Have to Live with the Pain” — Dr. Kyle Kesler Talks Spine Care, Cutting-Edge Options, and Compassionate Treatment

Back and neck pain can stop you in your tracks — whether it’s a herniated disc, arthritis, an old injury flaring up, or a mystery ache that just won’t quit. At Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics, spine specialist Dr. Kyle Kesler wants you to know one thing:

“You don’t have to live with that kind of pain,” he said during a recent radio interview. “These are problems we can treat — and we have modern solutions that are effective and often minimally invasive.”

Dr. Kesler, a fellowship-trained spine surgeon, is part of CSMO’s comprehensive Back, Neck & Spine team. Together, these specialists work to diagnose the root cause of pain and match each patient with the right treatment, whether that’s physical therapy, non-surgical options, or advanced surgical procedures.

The Truth About Back Pain

Millions of people suffer from back and neck issues each year, yet many still think of it as just something they have to live with.

“I have patients who tell me they couldn’t get out of bed for weeks because of sciatica, and they act like that’s normal,” Dr. Kesler said. “It’s not. And the good news is that 80% of these nerve-related pains can get better without surgery.”

When surgery is the right next step, Dr. Kesler takes pride in offering the most advanced, motion-preserving options — including artificial disc replacement for both the cervical and lumbar spine.

“These aren’t the fusions of the past,” he explained. “We can take pressure off the nerve and preserve the spine’s natural movement. You wake up from surgery and the shooting pain is gone — and your neck or back still moves like it should.”

What Sets CSMO Apart

While spine care used to be divided between orthopaedic and neurosurgical specialties, Dr. Kesler says that gap has closed.

“These days, orthopedic spine surgeons and neurosurgeons are treating the same problems. The difference at CSMO is that we’re a full-service team — whether it’s your spine, shoulder, or hip, we have a specialist who can help. We’re also proud to offer cutting-edge motion-preserving surgeries more frequently than many big-city centers.”

He also stresses that every patient receives personalized attention — not just a quick path to surgery. “We’ve got options. Physical therapy, injections, motion-preserving procedures — our goal is to get you back to living your life, with as little disruption as possible.”

Getting the Care You Deserve

Patients appreciate Dr. Kesler’s direct, compassionate approach — and his signature cowboy boots, a nod to his upbringing on a Utah farm. “My grandma told me, ‘Don’t forget where you came from,’” he laughed. “So I wear my work boots to work.”

Whether you’re suffering from sciatica, numbness or tingling, arthritis, or an old back injury, Dr. Kesler encourages people to take the first step toward relief.

“There’s no reason to wait. We have appointments available, and we’re here to help.”

Kyle Kesler, MD
Spine Specialist