All You Need to Know About Spine Surgery!

Spinal problems could have a huge impact on your everyday activities and overall life quality. If you are experiencing dysfunction and persistent pain because of your spine disease, it is time to see the experts at Vertrae® in Springfield and Dayton, Ohio. The clinic, headed by board-certified neurosurgeon Kamal Woods, MD, MBA, FAANS, provides the most up-to-date spine surgery. To talk with Dayton spine surgery specialist, Dr. Woods about your issue, call the office or schedule an appointment online.

What Are the Most Prevalent Spine Issues?

Your spine is a complicated structure that runs from the bottom of your skull to your lower back. Disease or damage to any of the nerves, muscles, bones, or other spine tissues might trigger alarming symptoms such as muscle spasms, numbness, and sharp pain.

The following are some of the most prevalent conditions that affect the spine:

        Disc herniation
        Spinal stenosis
        Nerve entrapment
        Spondylosis
        Degenerative disc disease

Without therapy, symptoms such as muscle weakness, stiffness, and neck discomfort might intensify.

If you have issues with your spine, neck surgery might provide you with the relief you need. People who have serious symptoms or symptoms that have not resolved with conservative treatment are candidates for spine surgery.

What Are Some of the Different Forms of Spine Surgery?

Dr. Woods performs a variety of spine surgeries, including:

v  Anterior Cervical Discectomy

Anterior cervical discectomy is a technique for treating disc issues in the cervical (neck) spine. During the treatment, Dr. Woods reaches your injured disc through the front of your body and meticulously eliminates it.

Anterior cervical discectomy is frequently combined with cervical fusion.

v  Cervical Fusion

During cervical fusion, Dr. Woods employs a bone graft, as well as plates, rods, and screws to merge your vertebrae. After a damaged disc is eliminated, cervical fusion aids to ensure the integrity of your cervical spine.

v  Cervical Disc Replacement

In some situations, a diseased or damaged disc may require to be replaced with a synthetic one. This procedure is known as cervical disc replacement. The synthetic disc aids in the restoration of the usual cushion that discs offer between your spine's bones.

v  Cervical Laminectomy

Dr. Woods performs a cervical laminectomy to expand your spinal canal by removing the roof of the spinal canal (the lamina). Cervical laminectomy is an effective therapy for spinal stenosis, which is commonly caused by underlying conditions such as degenerative disc disease and bone spurs.

How Can You Tell Whether You Require Spine Surgery?

Spine surgery is not for everybody. Thus, it is crucial to chat with a qualified surgeon about your treatment choices. During your first session, Dr. Woods will work closely with you to review your condition and previous procedures. To get a proper view of your spine, he uses imaging tests, including MRIs and X-rays.

Following your examination, Dr. Woods could assist you in deciding if neck surgery is appropriate for you. Woods has performed numerous successful spine surgeries and uses the most up-to-date techniques and technologies, such as robotic and minimally invasive procedures.

If you have trouble with your spine and are not certain what to do, talk to Dr. Woods at Vertrae®. Employing a patient-centric approach to care, he offers the best care options for his patients. Call or book an appointment online for more information.