What is Spine Decompression Surgery?
Spine decompression surgery is a procedure performed to relieve pain caused by compressed nerves in the lower spine.
What is Spine Decompression Surgery?
Spine decompression surgery is a procedure performed to relieve pain caused by compressed nerves in the lower spine.
When is Robotic Spine Surgery Needed?
Spine decompression surgery can help treat conditions like:
Spinal Stenosis
This condition occurs when a section of the spinal column narrows and puts pressure on the nerves. It often causes a lot of pain.
Slipped Disc and Sciatica
A condition that develops when a damaged spinal disc presses down on an underlying nerve.
Spinal Injuries
If you have had a spinal fracture or infection, you may also need spine decompression surgery.
Metastatic Spinal Cord Compression
When you have cancer in one part of the body, like the lungs, it can spread to the spine and press on the spinal cord or nerves. This procedure can help alleviate pain.
Spine Decompression Surgery Procedure
Step 1: Prepare the Patient
You will lie on your back on the operative table and the doctor will administer anesthesia so that you don’t feel pain during the surgery.
Step 2: Incision
Once you’re under anesthesia, the surgeon will make the appropriate incision.
Step 3: Removal of Affected Tissues/Nerves
They will remove the affected tissues or nerves to take pressure off the spinal cord or nerves.
Step 4: Closure
Once adequate decompression has been acheived, the surgeon will put back the muscles and close the incisions.
Recovery
Depending on the complexity of the surgery, you can leave the hospital about 1 to 4 days after having surgery. You’ll be discharged with pain medication. Avoid any strenuous activities for about 6 weeks.
After the surgery, you may experience significant improvement in pain. You can go back to work after about 4 to 6 weeks.