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Laminectomy Surgery in India

Expert laminectomy surgery at Arthros Center, Patna. Effective decompression surgery for spinal stenosis, nerve compression, and chronic back pain.

Overview

Laminectomy, also known as decompression surgery, is a surgical procedure that removes a portion of the vertebral bone (lamina) to create more space for the spinal cord and nerves. At Arthros Center in Patna, Bihar, we specialize in treating spinal stenosis, herniated discs, spinal tumors, and nerve compression conditions that cause debilitating pain, numbness, and weakness in the back and legs. The lamina is the back part of the vertebra that covers the spinal canal. When it becomes thickened due to arthritis, bone spurs, or ligament hypertrophy, it can narrow the spinal canal and compress the nerves passing through it. This compression causes severe pain radiating to the legs (sciatica), difficulty walking, and loss of bladder or bowel control in severe cases. Dr. Kumar and his spine surgery team have successfully performed over 320 laminectomy procedures with a 94% patient satisfaction rate. Our approach combines modern minimally invasive techniques when appropriate, microscopic visualization for precision, and comprehensive rehabilitation protocols for optimal recovery. **When is Laminectomy Surgery Needed?** This surgery is typically recommended when conservative treatments such as physical therapy, medications, epidural steroid injections, and activity modifications have failed to provide adequate relief after 3-6 months. Common conditions requiring laminectomy include lumbar spinal stenosis causing leg pain and walking difficulty (claudication), cervical stenosis with arm weakness or hand clumsiness, herniated disc with nerve compression not responding to conservative care, spinal tumors compressing the spinal cord or nerves, spinal trauma with bone fragments in the canal, and bone spurs or thickened ligaments narrowing the spinal canal. **Success Outcomes** Most patients experience significant pain relief (70-90% improvement), improved walking ability and endurance, restoration of bladder/bowel function if affected, successful return to daily activities and work, and high satisfaction rates. Results are best when surgery is performed before permanent nerve damage occurs. **Cost and Accessibility** Laminectomy surgery in India costs between ₹1,50,000-₹3,50,000 depending on the number of levels treated, technique used (open vs MIS), and complexity of the case. At Arthros Center, we accept PMJAY (Ayushman Bharat) and BSKY coverage, making this life-changing surgery accessible to economically weaker sections of Bihar society.

Symptoms & Indications

This surgery may be recommended if you experience:

Severe leg pain (sciatica) that radiates down one or both legs

Numbness or tingling in legs, feet, or toes

Weakness in legs affecting walking, standing, or climbing stairs

Pain that worsens with standing or walking and improves with sitting

Difficulty walking more than a few minutes

Loss of balance or coordination

Cramping in legs while walking

Loss of bladder or bowel control (medical emergency)

Burning sensations down the legs

Progressive worsening despite conservative treatment

Procedure Details

Duration

1-3 hours depending on number of levels

Anesthesia

General anesthesia

Preparation for Surgery

Comprehensive evaluation including MRI scan. Pre-operative medical optimization. Stop blood thinners as directed. Fasting 8 hours before surgery.

Surgical Steps

1

General anesthesia with patient positioned face-down

2

Surgical incision made over affected vertebrae (2-4 inches)

3

Careful muscle dissection to expose the lamina

4

Removal of lamina bone using specialized instruments

5

Identification and decompression of compressed nerves

6

Removal of bone spurs, thickened ligaments, or disc fragments

7

Inspection to ensure adequate decompression

8

Hemostasis achieved using cautery

9

Drain tube placed if needed

10

Layer-by-layer closure

11

Skin closure with sutures

12

Sterile dressing application

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this procedure

Q1.How quickly will my symptoms improve after laminectomy?

Most patients experience immediate relief from leg pain once nerve compression is removed. However, numbness and weakness may take weeks to months to fully resolve as nerves heal slowly. At Arthros Center, 85-90% of patients report significant improvement within 6 weeks.

Q2.Will I need spinal fusion along with laminectomy?

Not always. Laminectomy alone is sufficient if your spine is stable. However, if you have spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, or significant facet joint removal is needed, fusion may be added for stability. We discuss this during pre-operative planning.

Q3.Is minimally invasive laminectomy available?

Yes, we offer minimally invasive laminectomy for selected patients. Benefits include smaller incisions, less muscle damage, reduced blood loss, and faster recovery. Not all stenosis cases are suitable for MIS approach.

Q4.When can I return to work after laminectomy?

Desk jobs: 2-4 weeks. Light physical work: 4-6 weeks. Moderate labor: 6-8 weeks. Heavy manual labor: 8-12 weeks. We provide customized work restrictions based on your job demands and healing progress.

Q5.Is laminectomy covered under PMJAY/BSKY?

Yes, laminectomy surgery is fully covered under both PMJAY (Ayushman Bharat) and BSKY schemes at Arthros Center, Patna. Eligible patients can receive treatment at minimal or no cost.

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