Surgical options are usually considered for more rapid relief or with failure of non-surgical treatment such as medications and physiotherapy. To remove a disc prolapse or decompress lumbar canal and nerve roots, surgeons have traditionally relied on the open technique known as laminectomy and discectomy. This involves a large incision and extensive dissection with excessive bone and ligament removal.

Endoscopic lumbar surgery is performed through a small «stab» skin incison in the lower back. An endoscope is inserted at the targeted level. Using specialized miniature endoscopic instruments, only a portion of the prolapsed lumbar disc that presses the nerve, or nerves, is resected or a stenotic area is decompressed. Muscles and ligamentous structures are conserved; therefore, there is much less discomfort after the procedure. Hospital stay is overnight.

• Preservation of intervertebral joints, ligaments, muscles, and other softmtissue structures = strong back
• A truly minimally invasive procedure = no unnecessary injury to body tissue
• Direct access to herniated disc =  precise surgery
• Small incision = minimal scarring, reduced risk of infection, minimized blood loss
• Markedly less postoperative pain = minimal patient distress = fully ambulatory after surgery = speedy recovery, discharge home on second day of surgery
• No limitation of movements, restrictions or constraint on activities after surgery = full return to your favorite activities, hobbies, sports – many patients can return to work in just few days
• Functional Surgery = effective, long-lasting relief, not having to deal with long-term convalescence of large wounds and extensive approaches