Center For Laser Spine Surgery

How to Make Your Home Office Chair More Ergonomic, Today!

Proper posture and support are essential to maintaining the health of your back and spine.

This video provides several tips on how to make your home office chair ergonomic without spending more than a dollar. Start by placing your hands and forearms on your desk with your elbows level to your workspace. You may consider using a towel or pillow to prop yourself up if your chair is not adjustable. With both feet on the floor, sit up straight while leaning slightly backward; if there is a gap between your back and the chair, use a roll of paper towels to provide back support. Watch this full clip to learn more.

Whether you’re suffering from a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or sciatica, the Center for Laser Spine Surgery is here to help. Set up an initial consultation by contacting our office at (832) 532-4889. 

How Scar Resection Can Help Rid You of Scar Tissue Left from Previous Surgeries

Scar resection is a laser endoscopic decompressive spinal procedure designed to eliminate the presence of scar tissue following a previous back surgery. Though approximately 90% of lumbar laminectomy and discectomy procedures result in positive outcomes, the remaining 10% represents the number of patients who continue to suffer from pain following spinal surgery—often the result of scar tissue formation. Fortunately, scar resection can help reduce back and leg pain associated with scar tissue development.

Why Scar Tissue Can Be Problematic:

Scar tissue, or epidural fibrosis, often forms near the nerve root following a back surgery procedure. Scar tissue formation may be a normal part of the healing process but also has the potential to bind to the lumbar nerve root, leading to postoperative pain that is commonly classified as “Failed Back Surgery Syndrome.” Symptoms of scar tissue formation usually develop six to 12 weeks following the procedure and include recurrent or chronic leg and back pain.

How Scar Resection Can Help:

After creating a small incision, your laser spine surgery specialist will insert a small tube into the spinal cord before larger tubes are placed to dilate the tissues without causing damage. A fiber-optic camera, microscopic equipment, and endoscopic lasers are then inserted in order to precisely remove the scar tissue. Because laser spine surgery utilizes smaller incisions, there is little risk of further scar tissue formation following scar resection. Furthermore, because laser spine surgery is minimally invasive, it provides for shorter recovery times, decreases patient discomfort, and reduces the risk of postoperative complications.

Dr. James Ghadially, M.D. with the Center for Laser Spine Surgery is recognized as one of Houston’s leading spinal surgeons and offers a number of laser spine surgery procedures. Diagnose the cause of your back pain and determine which treatment method is best for you by calling (832) 532-4889. You can also check out our website for more information on spinal stenosis surgery and herniated disc surgery. 

A Look at the Evolution of Spinal Surgery

Like many medical specialties, spine surgery has changed significantly over the years due to technological advancements in surgical visualization technologies and minimally invasive treatment methods. Read on for more information on the history and evolution of spinal surgery methods.

Origins

According to the Spinal Research Foundation, the first United States laminectomy was performed in 1892 by A.G. Smith in an attempt to treat a herniated lumbar disc. Fusion surgery was later performed in 1911, and cervical fusions were first attempted in 1955. In 1969, disc herniation treatment utilizing chymopapain injections marked the dawn of minimally invasive spine surgery; however, this treatment method was later banned by the Food and Drug Administration due to an increasing rise in complications.

Growth and Development

The creation of intraoperative fluoroscopies, surgical microscopes, and specialized retractor systems during the 1980s allowed for a shift toward small-incision spinal surgery. Prior to the development of endoscopic spine surgery, most procedures involved simple spinal decompressions. It was not until later that spinal surgeons determined the potential for fusions and other complex spine surgeries through the use of less-invasive procedures. Unlike open surgery techniques, the development of minimally invasive spine surgery allowed for shortened hospital stays, faster recovery times, and decreased tissue damage.

New Technology

Endoscopic laser spine surgery is a minimally invasive treatment option designed to correct a number of spinal disorders including sciatica, arthritis, annual tears, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, foraminal narrowing, scar tissue formation, and degenerative disc disease. Laser spine surgery is performed through small incisions less than half an inch in length and does not require that the spinal canal be opened. This not only significantly reduces the amount of blood loss during surgery, but also eliminates the need for general anesthesia.

For more information on laser spine surgery, herniated disc surgery, or spinal stenosis surgery, contact our physicians with the Center for Laser Spine Surgery at (832) 532-4889. 

Check Out These Resources For Even More Information About Back Pain And What To Do About It

Did you enjoy reading the health topics discussed in our recent blog posts? You can learn more about preventing back pain by looking through the following websites. Contact the Center for Laser Spine Surgery at (832) 532-4889 to schedule an appointment and take a step toward resolving your back pain.

• Back and neck pain can have a variety of causes. Visit WebMD.com to find out more about the different causes, symptoms, and treatment options associated with back pain.

• Discogenic low-back pain refers to pain that is caused by the degeneration of one or more discs in the lower back. This article from SpineUniverse.com provides more detailed information about this painful condition.

• Discs are important for facilitating proper movement of the spine and cushioning it from impact. When these discs become damaged and herniated, pain, numbness, and tingling can result.

• Are you looking for more ways to keep your back pain-free? The United States Department of Health & Human Services outlines more helpful ways to keep your back healthy.

• Visit the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ website to find more ways to prevent back pain at home and in the workplace.

Easy Back Pain Prevention Tips

Back pain affects approximately 80% of Americans at some point in their lives. From muscular problems to degenerative disc disease, the causes of back pain are many and can affect all parts of the spine.

In this video, you can learn more about evaluating your potential causes of pain and thereby prevent them from occurring. This video also recommends a variety of techniques for pain prevention, including positioning your back ergonomically during prolonged periods of sitting or standing. Maintaining proper posture when walking and exercising is important too.

At the Center for Laser Spine Surgery, our healthcare experts are dedicated to the effective relief of back pain using advanced medical technology. If you are suffering from back pain, contact our practice today at (832) 532-4889.