Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

What is minimally invasive spine surgery?

Minimally invasive spine surgery with Dr. Mohammad S. Shukairy is an outpatient surgery in which he repairs your spine, altering it to reduce pain and restore mobility after degeneration, an injury, or a debilitating disease. He uses the latest advances in technologies and procedures to maximize the health of your spine with minimal downtime.

Minimally invasive spine surgery addresses a patient's pain generator while minimizing trauma or injury to the surrounding tissues. This approach leads to improved outcomes and outpatient experiences with rapid recovery and the lowest risk of complications.

What are the benefits of minimally invasive spine surgery?

The benefits of undergoing minimally invasive spine surgery vs. traditional open surgery include:

• Smaller incisions
• Shorter recovery times
• Less bleeding
• Lower risk of complications
• Reduced scarring
• Highly effective, long-lasting results

Dr. Shukairy tailors spinal surgeries to your personalized needs to achieve the best results possible and a better quality of life.

Which conditions can minimally invasive spine surgery treat?

You may be a candidate for minimally invasive spine surgery if you struggle with any of the following:

• Neck pain
• Back pain
• Spine pain
• Disc herniation

• Spinal stenosis (narrowed spinal canal)
• Scoliosis or other spinal deformities
• Spondylolisthesis (slipped vertebra)
• Spinal instability
• Fractured vertebra
• Arthritis
• Spine tumors
• Infection in the spine
• Disc degeneration 

Signs of a spinal injury include ongoing or severe pain, stiffness, numbness, tingling, decreased range of motion, and reduced mobility. 

Dr. Shukairy pinpoints the root cause of spine problems after discussing your medical history, medications, lifestyle, and symptoms. He completes a physical exam and may order lab tests, X-rays, an MRI, a CT scan, or other imaging to create an effective treatment plan.

How should I prepare for minimally invasive spine surgery?

Follow Dr. Shukairy’s instructions to prepare for minimally invasive spine surgery. You might need to stop taking certain medications, quit smoking, and avoid foods and drinks the morning of surgery. Make arrangements for a family member or friend to drive you home after the procedure and stay with you. 

What can I expect during minimally invasive spine surgery?

You might receive local or regional anesthesia with a sedative to relax you or general anesthesia to help you fall asleep. Dr. Shukairy makes a tiny incision, uses an endoscope or other specialized equipment to repair parts of your spine, and closes the incisions afterward. He might use imaging guidance to achieve optimal accuracy and precision.

What happens afterward?

After spine surgery, you can often go home the same day after resting in a recovery area. Follow all post-surgery instructions to ensure optimal healing. Take any medications as directed, ice the area, get plenty of rest, and begin physical therapy or wear a brace if asked to. Avoid strenuous activity until given the okay and follow up with Dr. Shukairy to ensure effective healing.

Schedule an evaluation with Dr. Mohammad S. Shukairy by phone or request one online today to determine if minimally invasive spine surgery is right for you.