Herniated Disc Surgery
Herniated disc surgery often involves the removal of the affected intervertebral disc and some surrounding bone tissue, as well as the fusion of the adjacent vertebrae. These highly invasive operations often require lengthy recuperations, come with the risk of developing an infection, failed back surgery syndrome, and hardware rejection – and may also require further surgery down the road. Laser Spine Institute has developed safe and effective alternatives to open back or neck surgery that eliminate many of these risks and boast a 90 percent patient satisfaction rate.
What is a Herniated Disc?
A herniated disc occurs when the cartilaginous exterior of an intervertebral disc ruptures, allowing its jellylike interior to seep out. A herniated disc typically develops as a result of the natural aging process, which can cause intervertebral discs to lose water content, become less flexible, and eventually break open due to daily stress. This spinal condition can also occur as a result of an injury from a car accident, athletic injury, and other trauma.
When herniated disc material comes into contact with a spinal nerve, individuals may develop symptoms of pain, muscle weakness, numbness, cramping, spasms, and tingling in the neck, back, hips, buttocks, shoulders, and/or extremities. These symptoms can typically be alleviated through conservative herniated disc treatment methods, but surgery may be necessary for some patients.
How Does Laser Spine Institute Treat a Herniated Disc?
Laser Spine Institute takes an endoscopic approach to herniated disc surgery, and our state-of-the-art outpatient procedures allow many patients to return to daily activities within two weeks. Unlike open back or neck surgery, the minimally invasive procedures offered by Laser Spine Institute:
- Utilize a small incision
- Require no general anesthesia
- Do not require an intervertebral fusion or hardware
- Have most patients back on their feet within an hour of surgery
Individuals who are interested in learning more about our safe and effective alternatives to highly invasive herniated disc surgery should contact Laser Spine Institute Scottsdale for more information. We’ll be happy to provide you with a complimentary consultation and a free MRI or CT scan review. Laser Spine Institute also has several other convenient locations nationwide to serve you.
