Lumbar Laminectomy, Facetectomy and Foraminotomy

Lumbar Laminectomy, Facetectomy and Foraminotomy is available through Mark Cuban Companies Health Plan at a published cash price, paid when you book.

Lumbar laminectomy, facetectomy, and foraminotomy is a complex surgical procedure performed to alleviate symptoms associated with spinal nerve compression in the lumbar spine. This comprehensive approach involves the removal of a portion of the lamina (the bony arch of the vertebra), the facet joints (the bony structures that connect the vertebrae), and the enlargement of the neural foramen (the opening through which spinal nerves exit the spinal canal). The procedure aims to decompress the spinal nerves by creating more space within the spinal canal and neural foramina, thereby relieving pressure on the nerves and alleviating symptoms such as radicular pain, numbness, or weakness in the legs. Lumbar laminectomy, facetectomy, and foraminotomy are commonly indicated for conditions such as spinal stenosis, herniated discs, or foraminal stenosis that cause nerve compression and impede spinal function. This surgical intervention aims to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance the overall quality of life for patients with lumbar spine disorders.