Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Endoscopic spine surgery is the least invasive procedure used to treat herniated, protruded, extruded and disc tears that compress or irritate the spinal nerves causing back or leg pain. Patients suffering from many spinal conditions should consider all less invasive options like pain management and endoscopic procedures before ever considering traditional, open or minimally invasive spine techniques including laminectomy, microdiscectomy or spinal fusion. With proper diagnosis and diagnostic injections the endoscopic physician can pinpoint the cause of the pain and selectively address the painful condition without causing the patient significant post-operative pain or recovery.

The Endoscopic Advantages to Traditional Spinal Surgery

• Utilizes a HD camera and endoscope which affords the physician a superior view to that of traditional techniques
• ¼ inch – the smallest incision in spine surgery
• No muscle or tissue tearing thus less scar tissue
• Conscious sedation reduces the risk associated with general anesthesia
• Less post-operative pain and need for narcotic medicines
• Less recovery time needed
• Return to work sooner

What Types of Conditions do Endoscopic Surgery Treat?

• Arthritis and Bone Spurs of the Spine
• Bulging Disc
• Discogenic Back Pain
• Herniated Disc
• Failed Back Surgery
• Foraminal Stenosis (Narrowing of the Spinal Canal)
• Sciatica
• Radiculitis or Radiculopathy
• Spondylolisthesis (slipping of the Vertebra)

Types of Endoscopic Procedures