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What Is a Laminectomy?
A laminectomy is a type of spinal decompression surgery that removes part of the lamina—the bony covering of the spinal canal. This creates more space around compressed nerves and helps relieve pressure caused by spinal stenosis, disc herniation, or degenerative spine conditions.
Common Reasons for a Laminectomy:
- Lumbar or cervical spinal stenosis
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Bone spurs from arthritis
- Degenerative disc disease
- Spondylolisthesis (vertebra slippage)
- Sciatica or nerve pain that radiates into the limbs
When conservative options like therapy, medications, or injections no longer provide relief, laminectomy can be an effective next step toward comfort and function.