Judith R. Lee-Sigler, MD
Dr. Lee-Sigler served as medical director of the Carle Spine Center, therapy services and inpatient rehabilitation unit before moving to Memphis where she practiced at Memphis Spine Center before joining Tabor Orthopedics (now a division of OrthoSouth). With over 20 years of clinical experience she specializes in non-surgical spine and orthopaedic medicine, diagnostic and therapeutic injections, orthobiologic medicine techniques, spinal column stimulator trials, electromyography and nerve conduction studies, and botox therapies for migraine headaches and torticollis.
EDUCATION
Lewis University - Romeoville, IL
Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine - Philadelphia, PA
Residency: Schwab Rehabilitation Center, Mt. Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Illinois
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- American Medical Association
- Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- International Society of Regenerative Medicine
- North American Spine Society (NASS)
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ARTICLES
CONDITIONS TREATED
Spine & Nerve Pain
- Lumbar & Cervical Radiculopathy (Sciatica): Nerve root compression causing shooting pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness into the legs, glutes, or arms.
- Herniated & Bulging Discs: Acute disc protrusions, annular tears, and degenerative disc displacement.
- Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing of the central spinal canal or neuroforamen causing claudication and leg fatigue during walking.
- Facet Joint Arthritis & Spondylosis: Arthritic joint degeneration in the neck and lower back leading to stiffness and rotational pain.
Musculoskeletal & Chronic Back Pain
- Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction: Inflammation and joint instability at the pelvic-spinal junction radiating pain into the buttock and groin.
- Spondylolisthesis: Slippage of vertebrae causing mechanical axial back pain and secondary nerve impingement.
- Myofascial Pain & Muscle Spasms: Chronic paraspinal muscle contracture, trigger points, and postural strain syndromes.
- Cervicogenic Headaches: Referred head and neck pain stemming from upper cervical facet inflammation and muscle tension.
Occupational & Injury Rehabilitation
- Work-Related Spine Injuries: Comprehensive initial triage, non-surgical therapy planning, and medical management for workers' compensation claims.
- Post-Traumatic Spine Strain: Whiplash and acute lumbar strains following motor vehicle accidents or heavy lifting trauma.
- Functional Functional Restoration: Guided conservative rehab programs to safely return injured workers and active adults back to duty.
TREATMENTS OFFERED
Fluoroscopy-Guided Spine Injections
Precision interventional spine procedures using high-resolution imaging to target pain generators at the source:
- Epidural Steroid Injections (ESIs): Lumbar and cervical injections to reduce inflammation around compressed spinal nerve roots.
- Facet Joint Injections & Medial Branch Blocks: Diagnostic and therapeutic injections to relieve localized spinal arthritis.
- Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Injections: Targeted anti-inflammatory injections for localized pelvic joint pain.
- Trigger Point Injections: Localized intramuscular injections to relieve painful paraspinal myofascial knots and spasms.
Comprehensive Spine & Diagnostic Evaluations
Accurate clinical assessments to identify the underlying neuro-musculoskeletal source of back and neck pain:
- Detailed Neurological & Musculoskeletal Exams: Isolating true nerve radiculopathy from referred muscular or joint pain.
- Non-Surgical Spine Second Opinions: Providing objective clinical evaluations for patients seeking conservative alternatives to spinal fusion or surgery.
- Workers' Compensation Case Oversight: Objective impairment ratings, work-status clearance, and communication with case managers.
Rehabilitation-Guided Conservative Care
Coordinated multi-disciplinary management that restores core mechanics and prevents recurring injury:
- Integrated Physical Therapy: Direct clinical collaboration with OrthoSouth Physical Therapy teams across Germantown and Briarcrest to design customized core-strengthening and ergonomic regimens.
- Non-Opioid Medication Management: Strategic use of anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxants, and nerve-stabilizing medications to control symptoms during active rehabilitation.
- Ergonomic & Lifestyle Counseling: Postural education and lifting modifications to protect spinal discs long term.
PATIENT REVIEWS
FAQ's
What kind of specialist is Dr. Lee-Sigler?
Dr. Lee-Sigler is a board-certified PM&R physician specializing in non-surgical spine and orthopaedic medicine, with over 20 years of clinical experience.
Does Dr. Lee-Sigler treat back and neck pain without surgery?
Yes. Dr. Lee-Sigler specializes in non-surgical spine care, including diagnostic and therapeutic injections and orthobiologic medicine techniques.
Does Dr. Lee-Sigler perform EMG and nerve conduction studies?
Yes. She provides electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies (NCS) for conditions requiring nerve-related evaluation.
Does Dr. Lee-Sigler perform spinal cord stimulator trials?
Yes. She evaluates patients with chronic pain for spinal cord stimulator trials as part of her non-surgical treatment approach.
Where does Dr. Lee-Sigler see patients?
Dr. Lee-Sigler sees patients at OrthoSouth's Germantown and Memphis-Primacy locations.
Is Dr. Lee-Sigler accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. Lee-Sigler is accepting new patients at both practice locations.
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