Microdiscectomy surgery (“lumbar microdiscectomy”) is performed by our best in class NJ spinal surgeons after conservative treatments have not alleviated the patient’s painful symptoms. Microdiscectomy surgery entails removing a protruding or herniated disc and decompressing lumbar nerves to relieve the pressure on the nerve roots. Microdiscectomy spine surgery decreases neural impingement and creates space, allowing the nerve to recover,
This fast, safe, and effective spine surgery involves the use of microsurgical techniques (minimally invasive surgical techniques) to gain access to the lumbar spine – the surgical incision is typically about an inch long. Minimally invasive surgical technique refers to minimal damage to normal tissue. Only a small portion of the herniated disc that compresses the spinal nerve needs to be removed. Microdiscectomy refers to using magnification for discectomy surgery. This allows minimal damage to soft tissues and muscles. Following microdiscectomy surgery, patients will be discharged home typically on the same day (this may vary depending on your specific case).
A Microdiscectomy is Performed To Alleviate The Following Painful Conditions
- Sciatica (pain radiating down the back or side of the leg; microdiscectomy is the most common surgery performed to treat sciatica)
- Herniated disc pain
- Weakness and/or numbness can occur in the legs and/or feet
- Severe weakness due to chronic pain
- Debilitating leg pain
- Chronic lower back pain
- Severe femoratica (pain down the front of the thigh)
- Bowel/bladder incontinence
The results of microdiscectomy surgery have a tremendously high success rate and compared to other spinal surgeries the postoperative healing time is relatively quick. Many of Dr. McCance’s patients are back to work within a few days to a week. Moreover, this spinal surgery has a tremendously low complication rate.
Benefits of Microdiscectomy Surgery Include
- Fast procedure – the surgery typically takes less than one hour
- Minimal muscle and soft tissue disruption
- Short recovery time
- Minimal postoperative pain and discomfort
- Few risks of complications
Our orthopedic spine surgery practice office specializes in taking exceptional care of each patient from the initial consultation to the post-operative period. The honor and privilege of caring for our patients come with the responsibility and dedication of the surgeon’s staff to the utmost standard of excellence in patient care and final surgical outcome.
Our best in class Cedar Knolls (Morris County) back & neck pain diagnosis & surgery practice, Spine Associates of New Jersey, is honored to provide you with highly personalized and comprehensive care. Our philosophy of direct management of your case by an expert spine surgeon has made us one of the most trusted and respected spine surgery practices in NYC and NJ and the world. Feel free to contact the back & neck pain diagnosis and spine surgery specialists today and start yourself on the road to recovery.
Spine Associates of New Jersey
218 Ridgedale Ave, Suite 11352
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
(973) 657-6771
Spine Associates of NYC
1155 Park Avenue, Suite E
New York, NY 10128
(212) 360-6500
