ProcedureLumbar laminectomyLaminaCervicalVertebraeDecompression surgeryDiscectomy and laminectomyMicrodiscectomyType of laminectomyConservative treatmentsMinimally invasivDecompressive laminectomyRelievesSciatic nerveTreat spinal stenosisSciaticaSevereBonyPatientsLaminoplastyLigamentPhysicalSurgeriesBone spursRelieve symptomsNarrowing the spinalNeurosurgerySurgeonLine of defenseNerves in the spineAlleviate pressureSpine surgeonsPainDiagnosisNerve rootsTissuePuts pressureSpinal surgeryOpensLigamentsFusionCompressionSurgeonsNonsurgical treatments
Procedure35
- The specific procedure was a L5-S1 laminectomy. (mahaneypappaslaw.com)
- A laminectomy is a surgical procedure that removes the back portion of a vertebra in the spine. (mahaneypappaslaw.com)
- This procedure creates space to help relieve pressure on the nerves. (mahaneypappaslaw.com)
- A laminectomy is a surgical procedure that removes a portion of a vertebra called the lamina, which is the roof of the spinal canal. (wikipedia.org)
- A laminectomy performed as a minimal spinal surgery procedure is a tissue-preserving surgery that leaves more of the muscle intact and spares the spinal process. (wikipedia.org)
- In most known cases of lumbar and thoracic laminectomies, patients tend to recover slowly, with recurring pain or spinal stenosis persisting for up to 18 months after the procedure. (wikipedia.org)
- Decompression is a surgical procedure to relieve pressure and alleviate pain caused by this impingement. (medtronic.com)
- Laminectomy is a surgical procedure performed to decompress the spinal cord or adjacent nerves, which can otherwise cause pain and discomfort. (axionspine.com)
- Overall, laminectomy is a safe and effective procedure that can provide substantial relief from the symptoms of spinal compression. (axionspine.com)
- For this reason, patients should discuss the benefits and risks of the procedure with their neurosurgeon to determine if a laminectomy is the right option for them. (axionspine.com)
- Undergoing a laminectomy procedure can provide significant relief from back pain, but the extent of pain reduction can vary from person to person. (axionspine.com)
- There are a number of other, less invasive treatments such as cortisone injection, which has been a standard procedure for 30 years, and chemonucleolysis, in which the soft nucleus is dissolved away by a powerful enzyme such as chymopapain, derived from papaya. (healthy.net)
- Lumbar laminectomies can help relieve excess pressure along the spine's nerves, and combining this procedure with a spinal fusion can help treat disc problems associated with back pain. (johnczerweinmd.com)
- During the laminectomy part of the procedure, a thin layer of the vertebrae extending furthest out from the spine will be removed, along with any bone spurs. (johnczerweinmd.com)
- This procedure helps relieve the pressure on nerves that can sometimes cause leg pain. (spinecolorado.com)
- This procedure involves removing all or portions of the lamina, removing bone spurs and/or enlarging foramen to relieve pressure or compression on the nerve roots or spinal cord. (tuscaloosaorthopedics.com)
- A standard procedure for lumbar myelopathy, lumbar decompression surgery relieves the pressure on your spinal cord to counter a wide range of causes. (nu-spine.com)
- This procedure relieves pressure on the nerve roots in the spine. (wkhs.com)
- Lumbar laminectomy is a procedure done to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves. (memorialsameday.com)
- This procedure is done when back pain fails to improve with more conservative treatments. (memorialsameday.com)
- Laminectomy/Discectomy - One way to remove a herniated disc is through a procedure in which part of the lamina is removed as well as a portion of a ligament. (sanramonmedctr.com)
- This procedure enlarges the spinal canal to relieve pressure on the spinal cord, sac of nerves or nerve roots. (sanramonmedctr.com)
- The laminectomy procedure can make the vertebrae less stable, so a spinal fusion involving bone grafts (and sometimes screws and rods) is often performed at the same time to stabilize the spine. (orthopaedic-surgery-md.com)
- A laminectomy - always an inpatient procedure - is conducted under general anesthesia and can last 1-3 hours and your hospital stay is usually 1-3 days. (orthopaedic-surgery-md.com)
- This procedure is undertaken to alleviate pressure on the spinal cord or the nerve roots. (atlspinesurgery.com)
- The laminectomy procedure is one of the most common types of back surgery. (spinemedli.com)
- This type of laminectomy procedure is performed to widen the spinal canal. (spinemedli.com)
- The procedure used for treating pain linked with compressed or pinched nerves in the spine is known as laminectomy. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- The procedure of a laminectomy is usually performed on the neck or on the vertebrae in the lower back. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- The surgical procedure of laminectomy is performed for treating a disc problem, to ease pressure on the spinal nerves and also for removing a tumor from the spine. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- The surgical procedure for treating spinal stenosis is known as cervical laminectomy. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- During the surgical procedure of decompressive lumbar laminectomy, the back of the spinal bones is removed in order to ease the pressure on the nerves. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- This procedure is primarily performed for those patients who are facing weakness, leg pain or numbness due to the pressure on the nerves. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- The candidates for this procedure are those patients who are facing the above mentioned symptoms for a long time and also had earlier failed non-operative treatment. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- This procedure is called nonsurgical decompression therapy (as opposed to surgical spinal decompression, such as laminectomy and microdiscectomy). (spine-health.com)
Lumbar laminectomy4
- Lumbar laminectomy - widening of the spinal cord in the lower back to reduce pressure on the nerves. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- According to a World Health Organization census in 2001, most patients who had undergone a lumbar laminectomy recovered normal function within one year of their operation. (wikipedia.org)
- How is Lumbar Laminectomy and Fusion Performed? (johnczerweinmd.com)
- The success rate is usually favorable when lumbar laminectomy is performed for relieving pain from spinal stenosis. (surgerytoursindia.com)
Lamina13
- Although the literal meaning of laminectomy is 'excision of the lamina', a conventional laminectomy in neurosurgery and orthopedics involves excision of the supraspinous ligament and some or all of the spinous process. (wikipedia.org)
- A laminectomy is also the name of a spinal operation that conventionally includes the removal of one or both lamina, as well as other posterior supporting structures of the vertebral column, including ligaments and additional bone. (wikipedia.org)
- Laminotomy and laminectomy are spinal decompression surgeries on the lower spine that involve removing bone, called the lamina, to relieve pressure on the spinal nerve(s). (medtronic.com)
- Laminectomy is the complete removal of the lamina. (medtronic.com)
- The surgeon removes the lamina to alleviate spinal cord or nerve root pressure. (axionspine.com)
- Surgical removal of part of the lamina to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots. (johnmuirhealth.com)
- A laminectomy removes part of the bony covering of your spine, called the lamina, enlarging your spinal canal to make more room for your spinal cord and nerves. (discmdgroup.com)
- Any damaged lamina along the spine will then be removed to pressure the nerves and nerve roots. (johnczerweinmd.com)
- Spinous process and lamina are removed to decrease pressure on spinal cord. (tuscaloosaorthopedics.com)
- During a minimally invasive laminectomy, your New Jersey spine surgeon removes a small portion of the lamina that's compressing your spinal cord. (nu-spine.com)
- The surgeon may need to remove the lamina from more than one vertebra to fully relieve the pressure. (wkhs.com)
- It involves removing the lamina and other structures to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. (chennaispinecare.com)
- Laminectomies are also necessary when the lamina has to be removed in order for a surgeon to gain access to treat a herniated spinal disc. (orthopaedic-surgery-md.com)
Cervical12
- Stenosis is caused by the narrowing of the open spaces within your spine that puts pressure on the spinal cord and the nerves that travel along the spine, particularly in the cervical and lumbar regions of the spine-neck area and lower back, respectively. (mainlinehealth.org)
- In severe cases, if there is more pressure on the spinal cord, the doctor may also recommend cervical myelopathy surgery which includes vertebrae fusion, discectomy and laminectomy. (apollohospitals.com)
- What Is a Cervical Laminectomy? (bostonspinesurgery.com)
- If you're in need of a posterior cervical laminectomy in the Boston area, contact spine surgeon Frank Pedlow, MD today to schedule an appointment. (bostonspinesurgery.com)
- Dr. Pedlow is a member of the North American Spine Society and has extensive experience performing safe and effective cervical laminectomies. (bostonspinesurgery.com)
- If you are seeking a cervical laminectomy, contact spine specialist Frank X. Pedlow, MD in Boston, MA today. (bostonspinesurgery.com)
- Click here to learn more about surgical treatments for Cervical Radiculopathy. (spinecolorado.com)
- In most patients, cervical spondylosis responds well to conservative treatment that includes medication and physical therapy. (chennaispinecare.com)
- Nonsurgical or conservative treatment is always the first approach to treat cervical spine deformities and includes measure such as activity modification, pain medication, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, muscle relaxants, physical therapy, spinal injections, and use of soft collars. (atlspinesurgery.com)
- These involve those laminectomies which target the cervical or lumbar spine and also spinal stenosis treatment. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- The aim of cervical laminectomy is to ease the pressure on the spinal cord and also to stop continuous damage caused to the spinal cord. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- Laminoplasty and a few other procedures can also be performed along with cervical laminectomy. (surgerytoursindia.com)
Vertebrae2
- Stenosis can also result from herniated discs, thickened ligaments around the spine, tumors on the spinal cord, within the membranes that cover the spinal cord or in the space between the spinal cord and the vertebrae, and spinal injuries from car accidents and other major trauma that cause dislocations and multiple fractures that can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. (mainlinehealth.org)
- The surgeon carefully removes the spinous process from the vertebra or vertebrae that need treatment. (wkhs.com)
Decompression surgery2
- But if you've exhausted your conservative treatment options, Dr. Daniel Choi has many minimally invasive spinal decompression surgery options to help relieve your pain and regain control of your life. (spinemedli.com)
- Laminectomy, also referred to as decompression surgery, increases the spinal canal to ease pressure on the nerves or spinal cord. (surgerytoursindia.com)
Discectomy and laminectomy1
- These include discectomy and laminectomy. (mercy.net)
Microdiscectomy3
- Lumbar decompression: A number of procedures fall into this group, including microdiscectomy and laminectomy. (discmdgroup.com)
- A microdiscectomy removes a portion of a spinal disc that's protruding into your spinal canal and putting pressure on your spinal nerves. (discmdgroup.com)
- Microdiscectomy - If a smaller injection is possible for treatment, the discectomy is called a microdiscectomy. (sanramonmedctr.com)
Type of laminectomy1
- A common type of laminectomy is performed to permit the removal or reshaping of a spinal disc as part of a lumbar discectomy. (wikipedia.org)
Conservative treatments7
- Depending on the problem, more conservative treatments (e.g., small endoscopic procedures, without bone removal) may be viable. (wikipedia.org)
- Conservative treatments usually are enough to fix the pain from spondylolisthesis. (cookchildrens.org)
- The symptoms of spinal stenosis typically respond to conservative treatments, including physical therapy and injections. (historicdowntownupland.org)
- Conservative treatments are utilized as lengthy as you possibly can. (bestblogsbrazil.com)
- Spinal fusions can help take the pressure off the spine column, specifically when conservative treatments such as braces and physical therapy do not improve the spine's shape and function. (johnczerweinmd.com)
- Laminectomy is generally used only when more-conservative treatments such as medication, physical therapy or injections have failed to relieve symptoms. (hilarispublisher.com)
- It's highly effective for treating pain when conservative treatments have failed. (spinemedli.com)
Minimally invasiv1
- The surgeon would remove a fraction of the spinal disc that's putting pressure on surrounding nerves through a small incision, making this a minimally-invasive surgery. (spinecolorado.com)
Decompressive laminectomy3
- Another piece of the vertebra is removed to take pressure off of the nerves (this is called a decompressive laminectomy). (cookchildrens.org)
- Decompressive Laminectomy is basically performed for treating spinal stenosis. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- Spinal fusion can also be performed simultaneously in order to stabilize portions of the spine that are treated with decompressive laminectomy. (surgerytoursindia.com)
Relieves5
- This relieves pain, tingling, numbness or weakening caused by pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots. (nortonhealthcare.com)
- Removing all or part of it creates more room and relieves pressure caused by conditions such as bone spurs, ligament overgrowth or disc herniation . (nortonhealthcare.com)
- This surgery relieves pressure on spinal nerves in your neck. (bostonspinesurgery.com)
- This enlarges the spinal canal and relieves the pressure on the nerves. (sciatica.clinic)
- Decompressive surgery relieves the pressure on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots, and is extremely effective at eliminating associated back pain or neck pain. (spinemedli.com)
Sciatic nerve5
- Our doctors perform several surgical procedures to relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve. (mercy.net)
- There are many ways to relieve the pressure on the sciatic nerve through exercise. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- A herniated disk occurs when a disk is pushed out of place, putting pressure on the sciatic nerve. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- If pressure is put on the sciatic nerve, the pain can also be in the leg as far down as to the ankle. (healthy.net)
- The disc may place pressure on the sciatic nerve, causing numbness, pain, tingling, and weakness to occur down the legs. (orthopaedics.com.sg)
Treat spinal stenosis2
- Most commonly, a laminectomy is performed to treat spinal stenosis. (wikipedia.org)
- Laminectomy is often done to treat spinal stenosis. (hilarispublisher.com)
Sciatica6
- Your treatment plan will depend on your underlying medical condition (what's causing your sciatica), and the severity of your symptoms. (mercy.net)
- If you're having a tough time coping with sciatica pain, talk to your Mercy physician about your treatment options. (mercy.net)
- Treatments can differ for acute and chronic sciatica. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- What are the treatments for sciatica? (medicalnewstoday.com)
- If you have pain down your leg that is caused by pressure on the nerve in your lower back (sciatica), your surgeon may recommend a steroid injection in your spine. (nuffieldhealth.com)
- What Are the Best Treatment Options for Sciatica? (universetale.com)
Severe8
- A laminectomy can treat severe spinal stenosis by relieving pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, provide access to a tumor or other mass lying in or around the spinal cord, or help in tailoring the contour of the vertebral column to correct a spinal deformity such as kyphosis. (wikipedia.org)
- They may be done for pain that is severe or does not get better with treatment. (epnet.com)
- However, the patient becomes aware of a 'slipped disc' when the leaked nucleus puts pressure on a spinal nerve, causing localised pain that can be severe. (healthy.net)
- Laminectomy may also be recommended if symptoms are severe or worsening dramatically. (hilarispublisher.com)
- In some cases, more severe or chronic low back pain may require further treatment, such as prescription medications, injections, or surgery. (journeyofselfcontent.com)
- It's important to note that upper back pain can also be a symptom of lung cancer, which is why if the pain is severe or accompanied by other symptoms such as chest pain , coughing up blood, or unexplained weight loss, it's essential to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment. (journeyofselfcontent.com)
- Doctors generally will recommend a laminectomy when your symptoms are severe and interfere with your work performance and daily life. (orthopaedic-surgery-md.com)
- One of the major reasons for laminectomy is severe, annoying and persistent pain in the lower back. (surgerytoursindia.com)
Bony3
- Laminectomy, which is sometimes also called lumbar decompression, opens the bony tunnels through which the spinal cord and nerves pass. (nortonhealthcare.com)
- A laminectomy removes a section of the bony covering over the back of the spinal canal. (memorialsameday.com)
- This pressure is most commonly caused by bony overgrowths within the spinal canal, which can occur in people who have arthritis in their spines. (orthopaedic-surgery-md.com)
Patients8
- Significant pain, weakness, or numbness in the leg or foot that is worse than pain in the back is a common complaint of patients who may be considered for a laminectomy. (nortonhealthcare.com)
- In particular, pregnant women, patients with heart conditions, those with high or low blood pressure or any other systemic disease or condition must talk to their doctor before entering a sauna for the first time. (innerwestmassage.com.au)
- San Ramon Regional Medical Center offers advanced treatments to help patients find lasting relief from conditions ranging from lower back pain to spinal stenosis. (sanramonmedctr.com)
- Patients with DS often visit the doctor's office once the slippage has begun to put pressure on the spinal nerves. (bmc.org)
- About 70-80% of patients after laminectomy have shown major improvement in performing their routine daily activities. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- Other medical treatment options are useful in certain patients, depending on the underlying cause of the cauda equina syndrome. (medscape.com)
- [ 4 ] Devulder found that SNRB with steroids was associated with decreased treatment scores in patients with failed back surgery syndrome, as compared with scores in those not treated with steroids. (medscape.com)
- Il s'agit d'une étude rétrospective descriptive et analytique, multicentrique portant sur des patients de moins de 5ans pris en charge pour une affection neurochirurgicale de Janvier 2019 à Décembre 2021 à Libreville. (bvsalud.org)
Laminoplasty2
- A laminectomy or laminoplasty is performed exposing the dorsal dura. (medscape.com)
- Less invasive than a laminoplasty, spine surgeons use laminectomies to fix problems associated with spinal stenosis. (nu-spine.com)
Ligament2
- It involves removing whatever bone or ligament caused the narrowing of the spinal canal, which in turn can relieve pressure and pain. (spinecolorado.com)
- Often, a decompression (removing bone or ligament that's causing pressure on your spinal cord) is performed at the same time. (spinecolorado.com)
Physical10
- Physical therapy and medication are the first treatments before surgery is considered. (nortonhealthcare.com)
- Because you may not need surgery, you may work with our pain management team, physical therapy specialists and others who can create a care plan with the right types of treatments for you. (nortonhealthcare.com)
- Sometimes physical therapy helps, as well as steroid injections in the space around the nerve root where there is swelling and pressure. (mainlinehealth.org)
- Our spinal services include patient education, individualized care, and advanced treatment and reconstruction choices to ensure the highest level of independence and physical ability. (johnmuirhealth.com)
- Pregnant women, heart patient with low or high blood pressure condition or suffering from any disease which has negative effect of sauna bath should first consult a physician regarding their physical condition and the length of period they can take sauna bath. (innerwestmassage.com.au)
- Treatment options will vary depending on the underlying cause of the pain but may include rest, physical therapy, pain medication, or in some cases, surgery. (journeyofselfcontent.com)
- Treatment may include rest, physical therapy, and over-the-counter pain medications. (journeyofselfcontent.com)
- Your spine specialist has several options for minimally invasive lumbar myelopathy treatment, Non-surgical approaches like pain medication, physical therapy and braces help alleviate some of your pain, but can only treat the symptoms and provide temporary relief. (nu-spine.com)
- Physical Therapy - A physical therapist may help strengthen the muscles around the spine with passive and/or active treatments, stretching and exercises suggestions for low impact and/or strengthening. (sanramonmedctr.com)
- Have you exhausted your conservative treatment options - including treatments like physical therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic care and injections - and still not experienced any improvement of your symptoms? (spinemedli.com)
Surgeries1
- The need for additional surgeries after a laminectomy will depend on your ongoing recovery and any new spinal issues that may arise. (axionspine.com)
Bone spurs2
- Laminectomy may also be done to remove bone spurs in spine . (hilarispublisher.com)
- When herniated discs, fractures, bone spurs, arthritis or other conditions cause pressure on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots, it can lead to symptoms like pain, tingling, numbness and weakness. (spinemedli.com)
Relieve symptoms1
- Laminotomy and laminectomy are commonly done to relieve symptoms of spinal stenosis, including pain, and weakness or numbness that can radiate down the arms or legs. (medtronic.com)
Narrowing the spinal1
- Bone and/or thickened tissue narrowing the spinal canal is removed to release pressure on a compressed nerve. (asterorthocare.com)
Neurosurgery1
- He has been a prominent figure in the industry for your entire neurosurgery and spinal disorder treatment needs. (bestblogsbrazil.com)
Surgeon3
- At that point in his treatment, his orthopedic surgeon recommended a back operation. (mahaneypappaslaw.com)
- This claim sought a Court order from the DIA for the workers' compensation insurance company to pay for the medical treatment the surgeon recommended. (mahaneypappaslaw.com)
- When performing a laminectomy, our Long Island orthopaedic spine surgeon makes an incision in the treatment area. (spinemedli.com)
Line of defense1
- Dr. Choi will only recommend surgery as a last line of defense after non-invasive spinal treatment options have proven ineffective for your condition. (spinemedli.com)
Nerves in the spine1
- This disorder puts a tremendous amount of pressure on nerves in the spine area, particularly in the lower back, and shows itself through symptoms such as numbness, pain, muscle weakness, and tingling in the back. (tebmedtourism.com)
Alleviate pressure1
- A decompression laminectomy might be essential to remove enough bone and tissue to alleviate pressure around the spine. (bestblogsbrazil.com)
Spine surgeons1
- San Ramon Regional Medical Center has board-certified spine surgeons that can help determine surgical treatment options for spine care. (sanramonmedctr.com)
Pain26
- Learn the about the reasons, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of back pain from Dr. Bassam Hadi. (mercy.net)
- Pain may be relieved immediately after laminectomy or take several months as the body and nerve root heal. (nortonhealthcare.com)
- Spinal decompression procedures create more space for the nerve, relieving pressure and reducing pain. (medtronic.com)
- Most low back pain will improve with non-surgical treatment. (upmc.com)
- Will I be pain-free after a laminectomy? (axionspine.com)
- Treatment to relieve pain from compressed nerves in your spine. (spirehealthcare.com)
- Whether a patient experiences pain or not largely depends on the location of the affected disc and the amount of pressure that is being put on the spinal column and surrounding nerve roots. (siddhaspirituality.com)
- Relief from back pain: Inversion therapy can stretch out your spine and relieve pressure on your discs and nerves. (spineinstituteny.com)
- If you suffer from back pain, it is important to talk to your doctor about all of your treatment options. (spineinstituteny.com)
- Not all lumbar back pain is the same, and getting the right diagnosis is key to finding the right treatment. (discmdgroup.com)
- Surgery should be suggested only if previous treatments have been unsuccessful at relieving your pain and there is an identified structural problem with your spine that can be corrected. (discmdgroup.com)
- Lumbar spine surgery may be used to fix areas of your spine where movement causes pain and/or to relieve pressure on your spinal cord and spinal nerves. (discmdgroup.com)
- With proper treatment and care, you can decrease and eliminate your back pain issues. (orthopaedics.com.sg)
- Most cases of backaches and pain go away by themselves or with conservative treatment. (sciatica.clinic)
- If the pain/dysfunction continues after thorough and effective non-surgical treatment, surgery could be recommended to preserve the spine to improve spinal strength and function b efore the problem worsens, causing further injury and damage. (sciatica.clinic)
- This narrowing places pressure on the nerve roots and/or spinal cord, often resulting in pain. (tuscaloosaorthopedics.com)
- This pressure often is the cause of the pain. (tuscaloosaorthopedics.com)
- Coughing can put extra pressure on the upper back muscles and ligaments, leading to pain. (journeyofselfcontent.com)
- This can put pressure on the nerves in the spinal cord, causing pain, numbness, and weakness in the affected area. (journeyofselfcontent.com)
- Coughing can put extra pressure on the spine, which can aggravate a herniated or bulging disc and cause pain. (journeyofselfcontent.com)
- You can try non-invasive therapies to temporarily ease the pain and discomfort caused by lumbar myelopathy, but only surgery can relieve the pressure on the nerves. (nu-spine.com)
- Laminectomies are generally more successful at resolving pain that radiates (into arms, legs, buttocks) rather than actual back pain. (orthopaedic-surgery-md.com)
- Pain in such conditions is often refractory to treatment, including microvascular decompression. (thejns.org)
- This surgery is useful in relieving the pressure on the nerve roots that helps in reducing pain and a person can begin its routine activities soon. (surgerytoursindia.com)
- This article provides an overview of nonsurgical spinal decompression therapy and its role in treatment of lower back pain and neck pain. (spine-health.com)
- Dr. Gay is involved in research and focuses on lower back pain causes and treatments. (spine-health.com)
Diagnosis4
- Our team approach to the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of spine conditions works cooperatively with primary care physicians and other specialists to develop a treatment plan as unique as each individual. (nortonhealthcare.com)
- Spinal stenosis is the single most common diagnosis that leads to spinal surgery, of which a laminectomy represents one component. (wikipedia.org)
- We offer diagnosis and treatment in over 70 specialties and subspecialties, as well as programs, services, and support to help you stay well throughout your lifetime. (bmc.org)
- The appropriate therapy for neurogenic bladder and a successful treatment outcome are predicated upon an accurate diagnosis through a careful medical and voiding history, together with a variety of clinical examinations, including urodynamics and selective radiographic imaging studies. (medscape.com)
Nerve roots3
- When an intervertebral disc ruptures in the spine, it puts pressure on one or more nerve roots (often called nerve root compression). (medtronic.com)
- Even small amounts of disc material that is out of place can put pressure on the spinal cord, sac of nerves or spinal nerve roots. (sanramonmedctr.com)
- The purpose of this surgery is to ease pressure on the spinal nerve roots or spinal cord due to age-related changes in the spine. (surgerytoursindia.com)
Tissue3
- Removal of substantial amounts of bone and tissue may require additional procedures such as spinal fusion to stabilize the spine and generally require a much longer recovery period than a simple laminectomy. (wikipedia.org)
- Discectomy -remove damaged tissue between spinal bones, can relieve pressure on nerves. (epnet.com)
- The herniated soft interior of an intervertebral disc (spongy discs of tissue that cushion the bones in the spinal cord) is removed to release pressure on a compressed nerve. (asterorthocare.com)
Puts pressure4
- Spine stenosis is really a narrowing from the spine canal that puts pressure around the spinal-cord and/or on spine nerves because they leave the spine. (bestblogsbrazil.com)
- Canal stenosis is usually caused by arthritis, which narrows the space between the spines and puts pressure on the spinal cord. (tebmedtourism.com)
- As we age, the human body experiences some degenerative processes, and the tissues in the spine may become thicker and bones larger, which puts pressure on the nerves. (tebmedtourism.com)
- This refers to any spinal condition that puts pressure on, or compresses, the spinal cord. (spinemedli.com)
Spinal surgery1
- Usually, spinal surgery is only recommended when non-surgical treatments have failed to relieve your symptoms. (nuffieldhealth.com)
Opens2
- A laminectomy opens up the space relieving the compression/pressure. (sciatica.clinic)
- A laminectomy opens up your spinal canal so spinal nerves are no longer compressed. (orthopaedic-surgery-md.com)
Ligaments1
- Coughing can put extra pressure on the muscles and ligaments in the back, leading to anxiety or sprain if the muscles are already weakened or fatigued. (journeyofselfcontent.com)
Fusion5
- In some cases after laminectomy and spinal fusion, it may take several months to return to normal activities. (wikipedia.org)
- When the disabling symptoms of spinal stenosis are primarily neurogenic claudication and the laminectomy is done without spinal fusion, there is generally a more rapid recovery with less blood loss. (wikipedia.org)
- Laminectomy or Spinal Fusion surgery may be required if the nonsurgical treatments have not helped. (mainlinehealth.org)
- Why Combine a Laminectomy with a Fusion? (johnczerweinmd.com)
- Laminectomies remove excess layers of bone from the affected area to give the nerve space to function properly and provide room for a spinal fusion to occur. (johnczerweinmd.com)
Compression2
- Nerve compression worsens over time, so early intervention with effective lumbar myelopathy treatment. (nu-spine.com)
- Surgical lumbar myelopathy treatment options depend on the severity of your case and the cause of the compression. (nu-spine.com)
Surgeons1
- Treatment of Spinal Cord Injury - Similar to trauma, surgeons specifically work on the spinal cord. (sanramonmedctr.com)
Nonsurgical treatments2
- Spondylolisthesis is usually mild and heals with rest and other "conservative" (or nonsurgical) treatments. (cookchildrens.org)
- However, there are many effective nonsurgical treatments that can provide relief. (spineinstituteny.com)