Spinal Stenosis Surgery

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Spinal Stenosis Surgery

Reserved for only the most severe cases, spinal stenosis surgery is a last-resort treatment for the condition that aims to physically widen the affected area of the spinal canal by removing the offending tissue. In some cases, this may include removing a bone spur, intervertebral disc tissue, a swollen ligament, or something else that has protruded into the spinal canal. However, many people find surgery to be too risky or simply aren't healthy enough for the procedure, since open back and neck surgeries – the only form of surgical treatment traditionally offered – require a hospital stay of several days, involve the use of general anesthesia, and have very long recovery times.

Minimally Invasive Spinal Stenosis Surgery

Minimally invasive spinal stenosis surgery differs from open back and neck surgery because it uses arthroscopy to access the afflicted area and treat the condition. Rather than opening up the back or neck with a large incision, endoscopic surgeons make a small incision just a few centimeters long and insert tiny, specialized tools fed through sterile tubes. Using a camera and high definition monitor, they can see the area in great detail and treat it effectively without having to use general anesthesia or cut through muscle to reach the surgery site. This reduced trauma to the body results in a much faster recovery time of just weeks rather than months, as well as the ability to perform the procedure in an outpatient setting. There is also a lower chance of infection than with open neck and back surgeries.

To learn more about spinal stenosis surgery, including endoscopic procedures, contact Laser Spine Institute. We'll review your MRI or CT scan free of charge and let you know if you're a potential candidate for one of these procedures.

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