Cervical Laminectomy

Laminectomy is a neurosurgical procedure that involves removing the lamina—the back part of the vertebrae that covers your spinal cord. When this procedure is performed on the cervical (neck) area of the spine, it is known as a cervical laminectomy. Dr. Sina Rajamand at Saint Mary’s Brain and Spine Surgery in Reno offers this decompression surgery to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots.

Cervical laminectomy is often recommended when the spinal canal becomes compressed, usually due to a damaged disc, bone spurs, tumors, or trauma. This pressure can cause pain, radiating discomfort, and loss of mobility. When conservative treatments fail to provide relief, cervical laminectomy is a proven solution to alleviate these symptoms and restore function. Dr. Rajamand’s expertise ensures that patients receive the highest level of care during this essential procedure.

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Reno Neck Spine Surgery

In this type of neck spine surgery, often combined with other procedures, Dr. Sina Rajamand carefully removes the lamina through a small incision at the back of your neck. If additional repairs are needed, he uses precision tools to remove foreign bodies, bone spurs, damaged disc fragments, tumors, or other objects that may be pressing on the spine and nerve roots.

Cervical laminectomy is frequently paired with spinal fusion to provide added stability where damaged spinal components have been removed. Dr. Rajamand employs minimally invasive techniques, utilizing smaller incisions and advanced surgical tools and cameras. This approach reduces the risk of infection or damage to surrounding tissues while promoting a faster recovery.

Dr. Rajamand is a highly trained and experienced neurosurgeon in Reno. He can provide detailed information about cervical laminectomy and other recommended procedures during a confidential consultation at his office. Contact Saint Mary’s Brain and Spine Surgery today to schedule an exam and consultation if you’ve been advised to undergo neck spine surgery. With a cervical laminectomy and other corrective procedures, Dr. Rajamand can help you address neck pain and restore mobility and range of motion.

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