Endoscopic Spine Surgeries

What is Endoscopic spine surgeries?

Endoscopic spine surgery is a minimally invasive surgical technique used to treat various spinal conditions using a small camera (endoscope) and specialized instruments inserted through tiny incisions. The endoscope allows the surgeon to visualize the spine and surrounding structures on a monitor, while the small instruments are used to remove or treat damaged tissue, such as herniated discs, bone spurs, or ligament issues. This technique minimizes the need for large incisions, leading to reduced muscle disruption, faster recovery times, and less post-operative pain compared to traditional open spine surgery.

Causes Leading to Endoscopic Spine Surgery:

Endoscopic spine surgery can be used to treat a variety of spinal conditions, including:

Herniated Discs: When a disc protrudes and compresses nearby nerves, causing pain, numbness, or weakness.
Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing of the spinal canal that compresses the spinal cord or nerves, leading to pain or neurological symptoms.
Degenerative Disc Disease: Breakdown of discs that may cause pain, nerve compression, or instability in the spine.
Spinal Instability: Conditions where the spine is unstable due to fractures, dislocations, or degeneration.
Bone Spurs: Abnormal bone growths that can develop in the spine and press on nerves, leading to pain or weakness.
Spondylolisthesis: When one vertebra slips over another, potentially leading to nerve compression and back pain.

Symptoms

Severe Back Pain: Chronic or worsening back pain that does not improve with conservative treatments like physical therapy, medications, or injections.
Leg or Arm Pain (Radiculopathy): Pain, numbness, or tingling that radiates down the arms or legs, often due to nerve compression from herniated discs or bone spurs.
Weakness: Muscle weakness in the arms, legs, or back, especially if caused by nerve compression.
Limited Mobility: Difficulty bending, twisting, or performing normal activities due to spinal pain or stiffness.
Neurogenic Claudication: Pain, weakness, or cramping in the legs while walking, often caused by spinal stenosis.
Failure of Conservative Treatments: If symptoms persist or worsen despite non-surgical treatments such as medications, injections, or physical therapy, surgery may be considered.

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When to see a doctor

If you experience persistent back or neck pain, especially if it is accompanied by radiating pain (sciatica) in the arms or legs, weakness, or numbness, it’s important to see a doctor. If these symptoms are not alleviated by conservative treatments, or if you experience difficulty walking, loss of bladder or bowel control, or significant weakness, it’s crucial to seek medical attention. Endoscopic spine surgery may be considered if conservative approaches fail and the condition is causing significant discomfort or impairment in daily activities. A spine specialist, such as a neurosurgeon or orthopedic surgeon, will assess your symptoms, conduct imaging tests (MRI, X-rays, or CT scans), and determine if you are a candidate for endoscopic surgery.

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