A laminotomy relieves a compressed nerve in the back of the spinal canal. By removing a small portion of the lamina, the bone that forms the back wall of the canal, the surgeon creates more room for the nerves. Our minimally invasive laminotomy is performed through a small incision, typically as a same-day procedure.
Nerve compression in the spinal canal can be caused by several conditions. The most common include:
A minimally invasive laminotomy follows these steps:
Anesthesia
You are made comfortable for the procedure.
A small incision
X-ray guidance pinpoints the level so the incision can be small.
Muscle-sparing access
Muscles are gently moved aside rather than cut.
Creating space
A small portion of lamina, and any bone spur or thickened ligament, is removed to free the nerves.
Closing
The incision is closed and most patients go home the same day.
A laminotomy removes a small portion of the lamina, the bone that forms the back wall of the spinal canal, to create more space and relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
A laminotomy removes only part of the lamina, preserving more of the spine's natural structure. A laminectomy removes the entire lamina.
It treats nerve compression in the spinal canal from bone spurs, spinal stenosis, herniated or bulging discs, pinched nerves, and arthritis of the spine.
Yes. Our laminotomy is performed through a small incision with muscle-sparing techniques, typically as a same-day procedure.
It can relieve weakness in the arms or legs, pain and stiffness when standing or walking, leg pain from stenosis, and balance problems caused by a compressed nerve.
Many patients walk the same day and resume light activity within days to a few weeks, with a gradual return to full activity.
Usually not. Because a laminotomy removes only a small portion of bone, the spine's stability is generally maintained.
A comprehensive review of your most recent MRI and health records helps determine the cause of your pain and the best treatment. Request a free MRI review or call (321) 499-4646.
When a nerve is compressed in the back of the spine, a laminotomy can relieve:
How ultra-minimally invasive and endoscopic procedures compare with traditional open surgery, and why most patients recover faster.
A minimally invasive laminotomy relieves nerve pressure with less muscle disruption and a faster return to everyday life than traditional open surgery.
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