Minimally invasive spine surgery is a less invasive type of spine surgery with many advantages over traditional open surgery. Minimally invasive surgery uses smaller incisions and typically requires less trauma to the muscles and ligaments around your spine.
Minimally invasive spine surgery offers a number of benefits, including:
- Less surgical trauma
- Faster recovery
- Reduced scarring
- Lower risk of infection
- Less bleeding
- Shorter hospital stays
With minimally invasive spine surgery, you generally experience less pain, minimizing your reliance on pain medication after the procedure.
Is minimally invasive spine surgery right for me?
Your surgeon at Gramercy Pain Center determines whether the surgery might be right for your type of spinal condition. In some instances, traditional surgery may be a better option. They walk you through the benefits and risks so you can make the best decision.
If
you’d like to avoid the side effects and downtime that come with
traditional open spinal surgery, find out if you’re a candidate for
minimally invasive spine surgery. Call Gramercy Pain Center for an
appointment, or book online today.
