Decompress Spine Surgery

Decompress Spine Surgery FAQ

How is decompression surgery is performed?

How it's performed - Lumbar decompression surgeryBefore the operation. To help you recover from your operation and reduce your risk of complications, it helps if you're as fit as possible before surgery.The operation. You'll be admitted to hospital either on the day of your operation or the day before. ...Surgical procedures. ...Keyhole surgery. ...Interspinous distraction. ...

What is the recovery time for lumbar spine surgery?

Patients typically wear a brace immediately after surgery. Rehabilitation is often necessary to rebuild strength and functioning. Activity level is gradually increased. Depending on the patient's age and health status, getting back to normal functioning can happen within 2 months, or up to 6 months later.

What is spinal decompression surgery?

Spinal decompression surgery is a general term that refers to various procedures intended to relieve symptoms caused by pressure, or compression, on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots.

What is spinal decompression?

Spinal decompression is a form of mechanical spinal traction, which refers to the separation of the bones, joints, and discs of the back. It is theorized that this separation relieves pressure on the nerves in the back and helps decrease pain, and thus, improve function. 2