Testimonials from our patients

Catherine Santello, PA-C is always wonderful, she listens to what you are saying, always gives you an answer to whatever it is. I've never had a more caring, sensitive, professional or one that understands the problems with my body more than Catherine. Thank you!

Bryan

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I have been a patient of Dr. Gwinn's for many years. Dr. Gwinn helps me with pain management. His many years of experience and up-to-date medical knowledge have been a blessing to me. He listens and cares and advises with the best medical treatment for my chronic conditions. Dr. Gwinn understands the frustration of being disabled. He truly ...

Brenda

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I had a serious back injury in June 2010 that put my life in jeopardy! I could have lost my job, my home & my way of life with severe stress and strain on my family. Thanks to the amazing TEAM that Carolina BacK Institute is, I am back to work & back to good health. I suffered an extrusion of L3 & Herniation/Bulging of L3-L4 & L4-L5. Dr. ...

Ellie

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I have been a long-standing patient of Carolina Back Institute. When I became a patient I had been diagnosed with severe degenerative neck and back disease with the recommendation of surgery. I was in pain and could not do any of the things that I enjoyed greatly of life. Everyone here has been helpful and time-conscious. I was especially ...

Janice

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A BIG 'thank you' to Dr. Gwinn and NP Patel for the prompt, courteous and professional services they provided me during an extremely difficult time. On Monday evening I was in the emergency room with extreme lower back pain, which limited my mobility almost entirely. I was able to get into CBI the next morning for a complete evaluation - ...

Tim

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Why Choose Carolina Back?

With all the specialists under one roof, you can get all of your back, neck, joint and extremity care in one place. Our care can help you reduce the frequency of office visits for chronic problems, as well as reduce the need for more invasive procedures. 
We take the conservative approach to back care and other injuries. Fewer than 10% of all patients with back injuries require surgery, but quite often, the first referral is to a surgeon. We strive to use the least invasive care possible. You will benefit from our ability to quickly identify and implement the best method of treatment. It’s our unique range of services and our focus on your long-term well being that makes us the best resource for back care and other injuries.

Since it is our goal to restore you to maximum function, the difference we make can be dramatic. A missed diagnosis could mean more pain, time and money for you. Our experts have been restoring the lives of Triangle area residents since 1992. By identifying the problem early on and prescribing the appropriate treatment, we can get you back to living and enjoying life.