Laminectomy, also called decompression laminectomy, is a surgical procedure to reduce the pressure on the spinal cord or spinal nerve roots caused by spinal stenosis.
Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal. The condition puts pressure on your nerves or spinal cord, which leads to pain, numbness, or weakness in the legs, back, neck and arms.
In a decompression laminectomy, surgery is done on the spine to remove the rear portion of one or more spinal bones known as lamina, and a thickened layer of the ligament known as the ligamentum flavum.
By removing these parts, the spinal canal is enlarged and pressure on the spine is relieved. This, in turn, helps to relieve back pain.
Spinal laminectomy reduces the symptoms caused by pressure in your spine and helps you return to normal activities.
Laminectomy can also be used to treat spinal injuries, herniated discs (slipped discs) and spinal tumours.
Decompression laminectomy is considered to be a low-risk procedure that is generally successful in relieving the symptoms of spinal stenosis. However, like any other surgery, it carries a small risk.
The surgical risks include:
The majority of patients see an improvement in symptoms after 6 weeks. However, for some patients, the pain may persist or return.
Parkway East Hospital is the preferred private hospital for residents in the eastern coast of Singapore in the diagnosis and treatment of orthopaedic disorders.
Our experienced and qualified orthopaedic specialists work towards helping spinal patients regain their mobility and function through modern surgical techniques like laminectomy.
Patients can expect quality care close to home from our dedicated medical staff on your journey to recovery.
Private healthcare can be affordable. Use our Hospital Bill Estimator to determine the estimated cost of this procedure. If you have hospital insurance, find out how you can use your insurance.
Our team of bone surgeons and neurosurgeons restore function and mobility to our patients with spinal conditions through a range of treatment options.
Minimal invasive surgery is a treatment option for individuals whose pain persists despite conservative management.
Back injury, age and diseases can lead to severe back and leg pain. You may find relief in decompression laminectomy.
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