NYC Laser Spine Surgery

Surgery of all kinds has come a long way in the past several decades. As new technologies have arisen and techniques have been honed, many procedures have shorter recovery times and are more effective than ever before. This trend is perhaps more apparent in the world of spine surgery than in any other medical field. Cutting-edge laser spine surgery has transformed the treatment of routine spine conditions.

In the past, spine surgery was an extremely invasive procedure. Doctors had to open up the spine using scalpels, creating a long incision. Once the spine was accessed, it was common to perform procedures such as removing bone, fusing vertebrae, and adding hardware. After surgery,patients had a lengthy recovery time, which came with a relatively high risk of infection and bleeding.

Despite the downsides, this type of surgery is still necessary in the treatment of certain conditions. However, most spine conditions respond just as well to laser spine surgery. During this procedure,

• A camera is inserted through a small incision
  
• One or two more incisions are made to insert special tools or probes as necessary
  
• Using a probe, laser energy is applied to the affected disc or bone, dissolving excess or misplaced tissue
  

Only local anesthesia is required for this type of treatment. Patients can return home the same day, with no need for a hospital stay. Since the incisions are so much smaller, there is a lower risk of infection and bleeding; additionally, patients don't have to worry about a large, unsightly scar. The recovery time is significantly reduced, so that patients can return to work and other everyday activities in as little as 1/4 the time.

As with any surgery, it's important to find a great doctor to perform your laser spine surgery. In New York, the best laser spine doctor is Dr. Datta of the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center. To learn more or schedule a consultation today, please click below or call (646) 374-1799.