Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression

Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression FAQ

What is considered minimally invasive surgery?

In minimally invasive surgery, doctors use a variety of techniques to operate with less damage to the body than with open surgery. In general, minimally invasive surgery is associated with less pain, a shorter hospital stay and fewer complications.

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.

Is minimally invasive spine surgery ever an option?

Minimally invasive spine surgery is considered a less invasive treatment option compared to traditional open spine surgery because small surgical cuts or incisions are used to access the spine. In minimally invasive surgery, the surgeon inserts a tube with a tiny light and surgical instruments specifically designed for the procedure.

What is the success rate of spinal decompression?

Selection: The most important factor in most spinal surgeries is selection. That being said, in a perfect candidate for disc replacement with what would be described as purely discogenic pain at a single level in the lumbar spine the success rate is approximately 80-90 percent good results.