A herniated disc is when the intervertebral disc ruptures, spilling its jelly-like center into the spinal canal. Different terms are used to express the variances in appearance and the severity of different types of herniations. Dr. Luke Macyszyn is a leading spine surgeon and back surgeon in Los Angeles specializing in the treatment of herniated discs and related spine conditions.
Herniated discs can place pressure on nearby nerves, leading to pain, numbness, or weakness. Depending on the severity, treatment may include advanced options such as cervical disc replacement or another minimally invasive spine surgery to relieve pressure and restore function.
Removes part of the vertebra, known as the lamina, which acts as the roof of the spinal cord. This helps decompress the nerves.
Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove portions of a herniated disc that are pressing on a nerve root. It is commonly performed to relieve leg pain (sciatica) caused by nerve compression in the lumbar spine.
Cervical artificial disc replacement is a procedure in which a damaged cervical disc is removed and replaced with an artificial disc. This surgery aims to maintain motion at the treated vertebral level, offering an alternative to spinal fusion and reducing the risk of adjacent segment degeneration.
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a surgical procedure where a damaged cervical disc is removed through an incision in the front of the neck. After disc removal, a bone graft or implant is placed to fuse the adjacent vertebrae, stabilizing the spine and alleviating symptoms such as pain and neurological impairment.
Dr. Macyszyn offers a range of treatment options for herniated discs, from conservative measures to the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques. As a trusted back doctor and spine specialist in Los Angeles, he provides personalized care focused on relieving pain and improving mobility.
Decompression surgery, including laminectomy, involves removing part of the vertebral bone called the lamina to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. This procedure is often used to treat spinal stenosis, herniated discs, or tumors.
Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove portions of a herniated disc that are pressing on a nerve root. It is commonly performed to relieve leg pain (sciatica) caused by nerve compression in the lumbar spine.
Cervical Disc Replacement involves replacing damaged or degenerated discs in the neck with artificial discs, restoring natural spinal movement and alleviating pain. This procedure is ideal for patients with herniated or degenerated discs causing chronic pain and limited mobility.
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a surgical procedure where a damaged cervical disc is removed through an incision in the front of the neck. After disc removal, a bone graft or implant is placed to fuse the adjacent vertebrae, stabilizing the spine and alleviating symptoms such as pain and neurological impairment.
