Degenerative Back Disc Causing Pain? Consider Endoscopic Surgery from Laser Spine Institute.

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Degenerative Back Disc Causing Pain? Consider Endoscopic Surgery from Laser Spine Institute.

Because spinal discs are the cushions between vertebrae, a thinner degenerative back disc will mean there is less space between bones, making it harder to twist and bend your body. The closer proximity of vertebrae also means there is a smaller opening for nerve roots to pass through to get from the spinal cord to the rest of the body. If the opening gets small enough, nerves can become pinched and cause symptoms like tingling, numbness, muscle weakness, and pain.

If you’re suffering from the effects of a degenerative disc and other conservative treatment options have failed to effectively manage your symptoms, then endoscopic laser surgery from Laser Spine Institute (LSI) can help. Our minimally invasive procedures use small Depuy tubes to gently nudge muscle aside and bring our surgical instruments to the source of your pain without the need to cut through muscle and bone. By using a small camera and other tools, our surgeons can identify, assess, and treat your degenerative back disc to reduce or even eliminate your symptoms and help you get your life back.

Other reasons to consider surgery at LSI over traditional open-back procedures include:

Shorter recovery time - Because there is less damage to the body and no cutting or tearing of muscle, endoscopic surgery has a much shorter recovery time. Most patients are able to walk out of their own accord the same day of the procedure and are back to normal activities within a few weeks.
High success rate - More than 85% of our patients report that their quality of life has improved within three months of the procedure.
Less chance of scarring - Due to the small size of the incisions, minimally invasive surgery at LSI significantly reduces the chance of permanent scarring. Traditional surgery has a much higher chance since the incision is much larger.

For more information on degenerative back disc treatment at LSI, or to have one of our doctors review your MRI or CT scan to determine your eligibility for the procedures, contact us today.

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