Procedures
Spine surgery procedures
From minimally invasive same-day surgery to revision and reconstructive surgery. Procedures marked ASC-eligible are commonly done at an ambulatory surgery center with same-day discharge.
MicrodiscectomyA minimally invasive, same-day operation that removes the piece of herniated disc pressing on a nerve. It is the most common surgery for sciatica that hasn't improved.ASC-eligibleLaminectomy (lumbar decompression)A decompression removes the bone spurs and thickened ligament crowding the nerves in the lower back, so you can stand and walk farther with less leg pain.ASC-eligibleAnterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)ACDF is one of the most reliable operations in spine surgery for arm pain from a pinched nerve and for spinal cord compression in the neck.ASC-eligibleCervical disc replacementA motion-preserving alternative to fusion for selected patients with a pinched nerve or cord compression from a cervical disc.ASC-eligibleMinimally invasive lumbar fusionFor a slipped or unstable vertebra pinching the nerves, a minimally invasive fusion decompresses the nerves and stabilizes the segment through small incisions.ASC-eligibleKyphoplastyA needle-based outpatient procedure that stabilizes a painful compression fracture with bone cement, often bringing rapid pain relief.ASC-eligibleAdult deformity correctionReconstructive surgery to realign the spine for adults whose scoliosis or forward-leaning posture causes disabling pain and limits standing and walking.Revision spine surgeryWhen symptoms return or never improved after a prior spine operation, a careful evaluation can determine whether another surgery would help and what it should be.Robotic and navigated spine surgery3D imaging, navigation and robotic guidance help place implants accurately through small incisions. They are tools that support minimally invasive and complex surgery.
Not sure which procedure you need?
Start with your symptoms. The condition guides explain non-surgical options first. Or book a consultation or second opinion.
Ready to talk about your options?
Call (410) 268-8862 or book online. Bring your most recent MRI — online scheduling requires one from the past 12 months.