Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Spine Surgery Specialists Serving Orange County

When conservative, non-surgical approaches to spine issues causing back and neck pain fail to provide relief and improve mobility, or when there are serious conditions affecting the neck and back, surgery may become an option for treatment. At the Center for Spine at Hoag Orthopedic Institute, we have a collaborative team of specialists dedicated to patients with spinal disorders and chronic back pain. We are also committed to offering safe alternatives to traditional open surgery.

Because we leverage the expertise of multi-disciplinary specialists, innovative techniques, and the latest medical technology, the Center for Spine at Hoag Orthopedic Institute offers a range of surgical approaches, including minimally invasive surgery. Minimally invasive techniques can be used in a range of spine procedures, and are effective in not only treating an underlying condition, but also in improving pain symptoms and recoveries following surgery.

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Spine Conditions Treated

Minimally invasive spine surgery may not be an option for everyone, which is why it is important to seek a thorough medical evaluation by an orthopedic surgeon who is experienced in these techniques.

Depending on the patient, minimally invasive spine surgery can treat a variety of spinal disorders and conditions including:

• Back pain (lumbar pain)
• Cervical stenosis
• Degenerative disc disease
• Herniated discs
• Neck pain (cervical pain)
• Sciatica
• Scoliosis
• Spinal stenosis
• Spinal deformities
• Spine fractures
• Spondylolisthesis

How Does Minimally Invasive Surgery Work?

As opposed to open surgery, minimally invasive approaches use small incisions to access areas of the spine. These smaller incisions reduce damage to tissues and muscles surrounding the spine. They also allow surgeons to perform surgery through specialized retractors. A tubular retractor, for example, consists of a series of expanding tubes that gradually and progressively dilate and separate tissue. Specialized instruments can then be used to perform surgery through the tubular retractor.

Benefits of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

The benefits of minimally invasive spine surgery include:

• Shorter hospital stays
• Faster recovery

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The Center for Spine at Hoag Orthopedic Institute is passionate about helping patients find relief from back and neck pain so that they can return to normal and active lifestyles. Our award-winning orthopedic hospital and surgery centers focus on comprehensive care provided by a team of specialists who are experts in performing leading-edge spine surgery using minimally invasive techniques and innovative technology.

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