Endoscopic surgery offers several key benefits, making it an effective option for patients seeking relief with minimal disruption. This technique focuses on smaller incisions, leading to quicker recovery and less pain. Below are the advantages:
Patients often ask about endoscopic surgery. Here, Dr. Sanjay Khurana has answered common questions related to this procedure. For more information, schedule a consultation.
Endoscopic surgery provides various advantages, including:
In some cases, Dr. Khurana performs endoscopic surgery with local anesthesia. That means you might not have to spend the night in the hospital.
To determine if you’re a candidate for endoscopic surgery, Dr. Khurana reviews your medical records and asks about your symptoms, including where the pain occurs, if it extends into other parts of your body, and whether it prevents you from work, exercise, or other activities.
Next, Dr. Khurana conducts a physical exam and orders diagnostic imaging to get a closer look at the hard and soft tissues in your spine. After making a diagnosis, Dr. Khurana develops a custom treatment plan. Whenever possible, he recommends conservative treatments like spine injections or physical therapy.
If your symptoms persist or get worse, you might benefit from endoscopic surgery. That’s especially true if you have a degenerative condition like severe disc herniation or spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spine).
Dr. Khurana performs endoscopic surgery at a hospital or surgical facility. Before the procedure begins, he administers general or local anesthesia, ensuring your comfort.
Once the anesthesia sets in, Dr. Khurana makes a small incision over the area of your spine being treated. Then, he inserts the endoscope through the incision. The endoscope captures real-time images of your spine and surrounding tissues, allowing Dr. Khurana to make very precise movements.
After making the necessary repairs, Dr. Khurana removes the endoscope and stitches the incision closed. Then, he moves you to a recovery room for observation.
After endoscopic surgery, it’s normal to experience some pain, swelling, and mobility issues. Take your medication as prescribed, attend each checkup, and follow Dr. Khurana’s recovery instructions carefully. Most people make a full recovery within three weeks to a month.
To learn more about the benefits of endoscopic surgery, make an appointment with Sanjay Khurana, MD, at LA Spine Group by calling the office or clicking the online booking feature today.
