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Cervical Laminectomy in Bakersfield & Newport Beach

Addressing health concerns with any part of the spine is a matter of high importance. Living with conditions like a herniated neck disc can result in chronic pain and other symptoms that severely impact one’s quality of life. At Paragon Health Group, we provide a range of spinal procedures, including cervical laminectomy in Newport Beach and Bakersfield for lasting improvements to your spinal health.

What Is a Cervical Laminectomy?

A cervical laminectomy is a surgical procedure that removes parts of the vertebrae to alleviate nerve root compression from a herniated or bulging disc, stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and other spine conditions. The lamina is a part of the vertebral arch located posterior to the spinal cord, and it covers the nerve roots in the neck area. During a cervical laminectomy, this bone is removed so that pressure can be relieved from the nerves, which typically results in drastic symptom improvement.

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Conditions Cervical Laminectomy Can Treat

Cervical laminectomy is usually performed when conservative treatments (medication, physical therapy) fail to provide relief for chronic pain resulting from nerve compression and other spine issues.

Common conditions that a cervical laminectomy can treat include:

Herniated disc
Spinal stenosis
Degenerative disc disease
Spondylolisthesis
Facet joint arthritis

Benefits of a Cervical Laminectomy

The primary benefit of a cervical laminectomy is relief from chronic pain patients experience caused by compression of the nerve roots. In addition, removing the lamina can reduce nerve pressure and inflammation, often resulting in improved mobility and function. It also may restore sensation or feeling if it was lost due to a pinched nerve.

Additionally, a cervical laminectomy takes less time than open spine surgery and has a briefer recovery time afterward. The procedure generally requires only an overnight stay in the hospital but may even be an outpatient procedure in most cases. That means the patient can return home within hours of the surgery without the need for a hospital stay. Instead, recovery can begin from the comfort of the patient’s home. However, the patient will need a driver to return them to their place of residence.

Signs Cervical Laminectomy Is Right for You

If you are experiencing chronic neck pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in your arms and hands that is unresponsive to conservative treatments such as medication or physical therapy, these may be signs that a cervical laminectomy is right for you. It’s important to consult with an experienced spine surgeon to determine whether this procedure is best for your individual needs.

What Is the Procedure Like?

Cervical laminectomy should only ever be performed by a trained spinal surgeon using minimally invasive techniques, such as endoscopic surgery with small incisions or an open procedure where the entire spinal column must be exposed. The patient will be placed under general anesthesia for the duration of the procedure, which usually takes several hours.

How Long Is the Recovery?

Recovery following a cervical laminectomy is usually around four to six weeks. During this time, the patient may need to wear a neck brace or collar and follow physical therapy to help restore range of motion. It’s important that patients adhere to their doctor’s instructions for rehabilitation exercises in order to achieve the best outcome with lasting symptom improvement. A lack of adherence to recovery instructions can cause a prolonged and less comfortable recovery while also impairing the patient’s surgical results.

What Results Can I Expect?

The results of a cervical laminectomy can vary, depending on several factors, both within and without the patient’s control. First, the condition that the patient had before surgery will play a role in how drastic the results can be. In general, patients should expect to experience reduced neck pain and improved mobility with minimal scarring once they have fully recovered from the procedure. However, adhering to recovery instructions is the best way for patients to influence their results, with stricter adherence typically improving outcomes.

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If you are considering a cervical laminectomy, finding an experienced spine surgeon who can provide personalized care and guidance throughout your treatment journey is important. At Paragon Health Group, we work with highly-skilled surgeons who have years of experience providing life-changing procedures and results. Contact our office in Bakersfield or Newport Beach for cervical laminectomy information or to set up a consultation.