Surgical Procedures - Lumbar Laminectomy & Discectomy

The Spine Treatment Center - Lumbar Laminectomy & Discectomy

[lachlan]

I had an emergency discectomy and laminectomy in 2001 when I woke up paralysed after years of back pain. The prognosis wasn't good because there was a 26 hour delay when I got to the hospital. The surgeon told me there was a high probability that any damage to my spinal cord was permanent and I would likely be paralysed from the waist down. The surgical team did an excellent job, 2 days later I could walk and I get no pain in my back at all now, only slight numbness in my lower legs. :)

[susangooch]

I had Laminectomy, Discectomy, & Fusions, & BMA of L3, 4&5 exactly 1 month ago . I am recovering well, I was determined to not be on a walker any longer than I had to, was in the hospital for 6 days. I suffered w/ so much debilitating nerve pain and much more for over 6 years. For the past 20 years suffered w severe. Back pain . I am having a big neck surgery as well ( waiting a few years for that ), , , I had 3 slipped Vertabraes for 6 years. I am looking forward to life once again, I am so blessed to have a wonderful Surgeon Dr. A. Muhanna . God Bless !! Thanks for posting!

[traceymartin]

Such a well explained clip. I’m two weeks post surgery and really wanted to understand the procedure. I practically lived on my bed for five weeks because I just couldn’t walk or even stand, the nerve pain was so excruciating! I’m in the UK and I swear the NHS spinal surgeons saved me before a metal break down took me. Glad I found your video

[starbugmy]

I had a lumbar laminectomy and discectomy in 2003 by neurosurgeon Dr. Shahbabian here in Cincinnati and he was so skilled I was able to stand freely on my feet the NEXT DAY! I wasn't walking but I could stand. He is a very friendly doctor and had large warm hands. The incision was about 1 inch (if not less). He removed my staples himself in his office which was like a den in a big house and smelled of cherry pipe tobacco. Thank You Doctor Shahbabian!

[CoDesertLily]

I have had a discectomy at L5/S1. Now 15 years latter I a a surgerical candidate for laminectomy L2, 2, 4 and discectomy times 3. I found this video truely educational and comforting as Doctor is very easy in his explainations and his patient centered attitude. As in any medical treatment there are no gurantees and every patient is different and the patient's attitude and confidence in the treating physician is very much a part of the success of treatmetn.

[profjerm]

31 years old with excruciating nerve pain down my leg due to a herniated disc. I had this surgery 5 days ago and immediately felt relief. It may sound dramatic but it has been life changing. I spent months fantasizing about sawing my leg off, having sleepless nights etc. No more pills no more shots and the best part...NO MORE PAIN!

[tammiejones]

I’m 48 yrs old. I just had a Lumbar Decompression Laminectomy done on L3-L5. And surgery was the best choice I could’ve decided on. No more leg pain radiating from my lower back into my legs.

[deborahdesanto]

I enjoyed this video, and liked the way the Dr. explains everything. I'm trying to get as much info as possible about Spinal Stenosis and the surgery.

[jackieb]

I HAVE BEEN TOLD I NEED VIDEO HELPED CALM. ME DOWN ..THANK YOU SO MUCH

[ramona]

I’m having this done on Thursday and this really helped me to both understand the procedure and feel good about my potential outcomes! Thank you!!!

[ayeshasiddiqa]

Thank you. My D12 is damaged. Now screws will be implanted soon. Is there any special video for surgery of D12 of spine.

[PrinceJamesI]

Great video Doc, the best one on youtube that explains it all. Do more videos, your helping thousands with them.

[moeti]

I suffered a rupture of my L5-S1....umm...27 years ago. I dealt with increasing pain over those years. I finally had the open laminectomy and discectomy 1 month ago. Before, I couldn't stand or walk for any more than 2 minutes...Today, I walked 1 mile ...pain-free. My nerves had been compressed for so long that it took about 3 weeks for the sciatic pain to go away. This procedure worked for me and has changed my life.

[RamonVazquez-eb]

Tengo esa cirugia pendiente que porciento es segura????

[darrendwyer]

Great video Doc. and very well presented. Not that it is relevant but I am from Australia and despite what most Americans think, we do have hot and cold water piped to our homes...we even have electricity as well so we are well advanced in society!!! You are a natural presenter so keep doing this line of work and I wish you every success in your medical career

[valkrush]

Best layman explanation of procedure I’ve viewed recently... undergoing next week.

[biglal]

Thanks for the info man. I just turned 30 a few months ago so its good to see someone my age who has had this surgery. Hope you have a great recovery!

[rchauvin]

Grate job explaining both .Getting this done tomorrow. Not a good idea looking it up now but with how busy the surgeon is in our only hospital in town their is not much time to talk about details. Videos like this help so much thank you. Wish me luck. If anyone wants to know how it felt from my point of view leave a message below.

[joanrosen]

Thank you for your video. I’m not so frightened of my upcoming surgery now.

[mistert]

I had the procedure done almost 2 weeks ago to relieve pinched nerves between L4 and L5 and had a partial fusion. I now have bad nerve pain in my left leg that I didn’t have before. I reported it and have been prescribed Neurotin, but have pain after a week on Neurotin. Will this go away eventually? Before I only had back pain and shots in my back only relieved pain for 3-4 weeks.