Laminectomy

The goal of a laminectomy is to enlarge the space in your spinal canal to reduce nerve compression or pressure. The lamina is part of the vertebral bone that covers and protects the spinal column. Removing all or part of the lamina during a laminectomy can give a compressed nerve root more space and a […]

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Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion

An anterior cervical discectomy and fusion is a type of surgery that involves removing a damaged disc to relieve spinal cord or nerve root pressure and alleviating corresponding pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling. The surgery has two parts:  Anterior cervical discectomy: Your surgeon will remove the affected disc by approaching the cervical spine through the […]

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