Spinal Decompression Surgery - Explained by Dr. Kevin Ju

Dr. Kevin Ju, explains what decompression surgery is and who would be a good candidate. So, what is Decompression Surgery?
Any surgery that relieves compression of the spinal cord or spinal nerves is considered to be decompression surgery. If the compression results from a disc herniation, the surgery is a discectomy. If the compression is because of a narrowed spinal canal that is placing pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, this surgery is a laminectomy. A laminectomy removes the back wall of the spinal canal to create more space for the spinal cord.

[pookab]

This is a very well explained video. The UK has many issues with the NHS but we are so fortunate to have amazing talented doctors and wonderful treatments/operations to correct nerve compression . The best thing of all is that its all free. Plus top end care.

[chickumathew]

could you please explain about the decompression surgery on femoral neck for lack of blood flow.??

[philbeattie]

100 💯 buddy I had it under a week ago amazing recovery 😉🙏

[franklyn]

I was very inspired watching this video it make me stronger cause I never had any surgery since i fell down from the coconut tree and suffered from C5 spinal injury since 2017 I just wanna know if spinal surgery really help people like me suffered from spinal injury

[MarnaHansen]

I'm getting a decompression surgery next week, I'm nervous because I have no idea what exactly they'll do

[lucysmithers]

Thank you for the explanation.. I am going to have this surgery within the next few weeks. Im nervous but looking forward to it. My pain is relentless

[DenWickP]

Dr. Kevin Ju, thanks for the informative video. What is the best analysis to determine the cause for excruciating lower back pain? Would an MRI on the spine is suggested? I do not feel any numbness or problems in my legs. Thanks in advance for your help.

[parwezshahid]

Cervical spondylitis myelopathy surgery can be performed on 75 years suffering from hypertension, diabetes n COPD ?

[Seekingtruth-mxur]

Im dealing with this bullshit back injury. I get sciatica and numbness in both legs alternating. It's depressing as hell. I can't even work and have to take time off. If i knew surgery could fix my issue, I would say hell yeah.

[dscupdates]

Good morning sir, I had a small accident about a month ago and I have no symptoms but there is a small numbness in the side of buttocks, presently I am in bed rest since last 6 weeks

[sugaplumalex]

i have both lateral recesses impinged !! i have a broad disc bulge causing it. i don’t really care for the disk itself to be cut as i assume it will just bulge again, would my options be looking at shaving the bone instead to give them more room?

[ifeanyipeter]

Please i need a help my vertebrae grow more than expected after an Injury I had

[ewnyMetroExpress]

This is great! Laminectomy can fix lumbar and cervical stenosis right? What is the recurrence concern?

[gcn]

Do these surgeries really help with sciatica nerve and people get back to normal?? Any response will be appreciated

[machargs]

Dr ju I have had 2 microdiscectomy operations only 2 weeks ago I had my 2nd procedure but can you please tell me I havent been feeling myself I feel dizzy and was wondering is this part of the recovery period I never got to see the surgeon who actually did the operation I will see him in 4 weeks time but was wondering if u can help me thanks Dr ju

[mamotshedisimogotsi]

Doc I have L4L5 disc prolapse. My doctor is planning for decompression ASAP. Im really scared and has asked for some time. But that is the only treatment left, as all the conservative management including neurobion and aggressive physiotherapy have failed. I can barely walk now. Cramps and numbness are owning my body. What must I do. Im only 48

[scottf]

can compression actually be the result of back surgery? I had a disc blow out and a Discectomy as a result. Over 10 years ago. Have been dealing with a numb right foot (bottom only, about 1/2 the foot) and numbness on the back of my right leg ever since. I didn't have any of this numbness prior to the surgery. So, clearly something is pressing against a nerve. just not sure if, after 10 years, anything can be done.

[jayhalder]

I'm from india. My back pain problem L5s1 dis prolaps

[parvezalam]

Hello sir I have been feeling numbness below my heeps mainly left side doctor wrote two medicine pregablin and nerobion forte for three months and said if condition not improve then thoracic spine surgery tell me sir what precautions should I take untill I will not get surgery

[timothyj]

Talking to my Surgeon in 2 more days after waiting 2 years just to see a Surgeon here in Canada. Leg and buttock pain excruciating. Gone from Athletic to barely walk.