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Several treatment options have been introduced to deal with some of the most common spine conditions. They vary based on the condition you have and the treatment method you choose. The medical field has evolved to give patients a lot of choices. Below are some of the treatments and surgeries for common spine conditions.
Anterior Cervical Discectomy (ACD) is a procedure in which your surgeon excises a degenerated or ruptured disc. During the procedure, your doctor will replace the disc with an artificial model and use surgical hardware (such as rods, screws, and plates) to hold the new structure in position. Unlike ACDF, fusion of adjacent vertebrae is not necessary to reinforce the area. Ultimately, this affords the patient with more mobility in his or her neck.
Endoscopic discectomy is a MINIMALLY INVASIVE spinal surgery used to remove damaged discs that are causing back or neck pain. It’s a very useful method if you are looking for a safe and efficient approach. A laser beam is used to create a small opening, which is then utilized to remove small parts of any bulging tissues. This will provide the patient with comfort and relief, as the cause of chronic pain will be eradicated instantly.
This spinal damage treatment incorporates the use of minimally invasive techniques to place interlaminar spacers midline between two adjacent laminae. It is the best type of therapy for patients who suffer from foraminal spinal stenosis. You will be able to get instant relief from back, arm and leg pain, along with the infamous sensation that is usually described as “pins and needles.”
Laser spine surgery is a type of MINIMALLLY INVASIVE surgical procedure that uses light beams to incise small portions of the skin with great accuracy, causing you less trauma and pain, since no significant cuts are made. This method is mostly used to deal with herniated and bulging discs and is useful in treating pain and numbness.
One of the most widely used types of spinal surgeries is lumbar spinal fusion. This procedure involves surgically fusing two or more vertebrae together. This treatment is typically performed on patients who suffer from lumbar fractures, degenerative disc disease (DDS), or spinal instability. This surgery often includes additional procedures to help relieve pressure on nerves and other areas of the spine.
A recent innovation in disc replacement, the M6-C™, has received FDA approval and now offers a more natural approach to artificial disc replacement. This advancement in medical technology is quickly giving patients a needed alternative to spinal fusion surgeries. Not only is the preservation of motion accomplished, but replication of the spine’s natural movement is possible.
Penn Spine and Orthopedic is dedicated to delivering minimally invasive laser spine surgeries to eliminate the pain, discomfort, and dysfunction of numerous conditions of the neck and back.