Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Benefits of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Minimally invasive spine surgery is changing the way we treat spinal conditions. At The Spine Hospital of Louisiana, many patients now benefit from advanced techniques that require only small incisions, reducing the need to cut through muscle as in traditional open surgery.

By minimizing tissue disruption, patients experience less pain, lower risk of infection and blood loss, and a faster, more comfortable recovery. In addition to physical benefits, minimally invasive surgery also offers cosmetic advantages and a quicker return to daily life.

1-inch incision in many cases
Faster recovery time
Shorter hospital stay
Reduced risk of infection
Minimal scarring
Less pain
Reduced amount of painkillers after surgery
Quicker return to daily activities

Plus, minimally invasive spine surgery is more precise, less complicated, has fewer side effects, leads to less blood loss and is less traumatic than invasive spine surgery.

Many patients who have undergone a minimally invasive procedure at The Spine Hospital of Louisiana have experience relief.

Common Minimally Invasive Spine Procedures

Minimally Invasive Spinal Decompression

This minimally invasive procedure is used to treat patients who have moderate to severe lumbar spinal stenosis. It can help reduce lower back and leg pain and increase mobility for patients suffering from degenerative spinal conditions.

Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumber Interbody Fusion (TLIF)

This minimally invasive spinal stabilization surgery helps relieve back and leg pain caused by disc degeneration, spinal stenosis and spinal instability.

Minimally Invasive Laser Spine Surgery

Laser spine surgery is often used alongside minimally invasive techniques. A tiny incision is made to insert the laser into the appropriate area. The laser is then used to remove any soft tissues that need to be removed.

Conditions Treated Using Minimally Invasive Procedures

Degenerative disc disease
Herniated disc
Lumbar spinal stenosis
Spinal deformities such as scoliosis
Spinal infections
Spinal instability, including spondylolisthesis
Vertebral compression fractures
Spinal tumors

Am I A Candidate for Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery?

The indications for minimally invasive spine surgery are the same as those for traditional open surgery. Spine surgery is usually recommended only when a period of nonsurgical treatment — such as medications and physical therapy — has not relieved the painful symptoms caused by your back problem. In addition, surgery is only considered if your doctor can pinpoint the exact source of your pain, such as a herniated disk or spinal stenosis.

If surgery is recommended, The Spine Hospital of Louisiana’s neurosurgeons and orthopedic spine specialists will be able to tell which minimally invasive spinal surgeries, if any, might be an option for treating your spinal condition. In some situations, minimally invasive spinal surgery may not be as safe or effective as traditional open surgery.

Choosing A Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Expert

If you need spine surgery, choose an experienced surgeon. The Spine Hospital of Louisiana performs the most spine surgeries in the state, offering expertise in minimally invasive procedures for various conditions. To learn about the benefits of minimally invasive spine surgery, request an appointment with our specialists. They will assess your condition and recommend the best treatment.