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Posted on February 26, 2015
Spinal stenosis refers to a narrowing of the spinal canal through which the spinal cord runs. This issue can cause mild to severe pain in the back or limbs, and it may also cause neurological issues like muscle weakness or numbness. Spinal stenosis can be caused by a wide range of conditions, and depending on the nature and severity of the condition, spinal stenosis surgery may be needed. About Spinal Stenosis Multiple spine conditions have the potential to cause stenosis, including:
 
Posted on February 26, 2015
Traditional spine surgery methods were very invasive, with doctors opening up large swaths of the back in order to access the spine. This resulted in long recovery times and a relatively high risk of side effects, two highly undesirable features. Although traditional spine surgery is still the best course of action for the treatment of certain spine conditions, the majority of spine issues can now be treated by a laser spine surgeon.

Laser Spine Surgery
 
Posted on February 26, 2015
Laser back surgery is without a doubt the best surgical treatment available for most cases of spine pain. When surgery is called for, it's important to choose the least invasive procedure available in order to ensure that patients recover as quickly as possible while facing few side effects. Laser back surgery meets all of those qualifications. Below, we'll explore how to use reviews to find the best laser back specialist available.

Choosing a Doctor
 
Posted on February 26, 2015
Many people develop spine conditions at one time or another. Issues with the spine's vertebrae or discs can pinch the nerves and press against the spinal cord, resulting in symptoms like back pain, limb pain, and muscle weakness. These symptoms can in turn have a dramatic effect on a person's quality of life, and leave patients at risk of developing further health issues. About Laser Back Surgery
 
Posted on February 26, 2015
Cervical disc bulges are less common than disc bulges in other portions of the spine, and they may be more serious in some cases. Like all disc bulges, cervical disc bulges respond well to treatment and most patients are able to make a full recovery relatively quickly.

About Bulging Discs

A cervical bulging disc occurs when one of the discs in the neck becomes misshapen but remains intact. This can cause the disc to press against the spinal cord and nerve roots and cause symptoms like:
Back pain
 
Posted on February 26, 2015
Cervical disc hernias can cause symptoms ranging from mild to severe, and a variety of treatments are used depending on the particular case. Most instances of this condition can be treated using non-invasive procedures like physical therapy and medication. In some cases, though, the disc won't respond to treatment, or the symptoms are so severe that dramatic intervention is needed. In those cases, cervical disc hernia surgery will be used to actually remove the disc hernia, thus relieving symptoms and bringing a long-term resolution to the condition.
 
Posted on February 26, 2015
Laser spine surgery has gained favor among both doctors and patients because it is minimally invasive, meaning that patients enjoy shorter recovery times and a lower risk of side effects. Like traditional spine surgery, laser surgery should be covered by your insurance. Since laser surgery is less resource-intensive than open spine surgery, patients may also save money

Navigating Insurance
 
Posted on February 26, 2015
When you need surgery, you need surgery, no matter how expensive it is. This can be an issue for uninsured people, who are faced with the difficulty of securing payment for their surgery in addition to the feat of overcoming a major medical issue. Patients can mitigate this issue by looking for procedures that are relatively more affordable. For example, the laser spine surgery cost tends to be much less than that of other forms of surgery.

Cost & Options
 
Posted on February 26, 2015
Surgery of any kind is an expensive endeavor, and paying out-of-pocket for back surgery will likely be to the tune of thousands, or even tens of thousands, of dollars. Patients who don't have insurance can manage these costs by looking into the resources available to them, and being sure to choose the most affordable practitioners available.

Reducing Costs
 
Posted on February 26, 2015
Spinal stenosis surgery refers to operations performed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots. This type of surgery is used to treat conditions ranging from herniated and bulging discs to arthritis to bone spurs. In general, surgical treatment is quite effective; however, no procedure comes with a 100% guarantee. Surgery almost always relieves the symptoms of spinal stenosis, but there are some cases in which it fails.

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