Laminectomy

A Laminectomy, One Of The Most Common Back Surgeries, Is Done To Relieve Pressure On The Spinal Cord Or Spinal Nerve Roots.

A Laminectomy, one of the most common back surgeries, is done to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or spinal nerve roots. During this procedure, the surgeon removes a portion of one or more vertebrae, bone spurs, disk fragments and other soft tissue.

Laminectomy is generally used:

When more-conservative treatments — such as medication and physical therapy — have failed to relieve symptoms
If symptoms are severe or worsening dramatically
If you experience muscle weakness or numbness that makes standing or walking difficult
If you experience loss of bowel or bladder control
Most commonly performed to treat Spinal Stenosis, spine-related injuries, herniated discs, or tumors
To reduce pressure on nerve roots which relieves pain and allows you to resume normal daily activities

Most reports favor a laminectomy as an effective treatment with good results, though symptoms may return over time.

Laminectomy

During This Procedure, The Surgeon Removes A Portion Of One Or More Vertebrae, Bone Spurs, Disk Fragments And Other Soft Tissue.

Meet Dr. Pasquale X. Montesano

Dr. Pasquale X. Montesano is the principal Orthopedic Spine Surgeon at Montesano Spine & Sport. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Siena College and a medical degree from New York Medical College.
With extensive postgraduate training, Dr. Montesano has earned multiple awards, including the Volvo Award in Clinical Science (1998) and the Howmedica Spinal Fixator Grant (1989). He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Spine Surgery Society, a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and a Member of the American College of Forensic Examiners.

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Helping patients regain function and comfort from serious spine conditions.

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