Description:
Length of surgery:
A Laminectomy is when a surgeon removes bone from the vertebrae to allow for more nerve space. It relieves the pressure on nerves and decreases symptoms like numbness, pain, and weakness. The length of this surgery is approximately two to three hours. You will be in the hospital for three days.
Type of anesthesia:
A Laminectomy is done while you are unconscious under “General Anesthesia.” It will make you fall asleep, which can help the surgeon to proceed with this surgery easily. It is considered a major surgery, so you can not use spinal anesthesia. It also depends on the patient’s condition and tolerance.
Complications:
Laminectomy is normally safe, but some risks always come with any surgery. Here are some complications you may face after the surgery:
Bleeding
Infection
Blood clots in legs
Nerve injury
Spinal fluid leak
Weakness and numbness
Recovery:
Generally, they discharge the patient on the same day or after 24 hours of observation, but they will discharge you after 2 to three days as it is not minor surgery. It will be good to meet a physical therapist before leaving the hospital. They will instruct you to bend, lift, and twist your back. You have to limit your daily work and body movements. A doctor will remove the stitches after two weeks. You can do some exercises with your therapist’s help to improve your muscles’ flexibility and strength. It may take eight weeks to get back into your normal routine. For the first two weeks, you must avoid lifting heavy objects, as it can cause severe damage to your muscles. Recovery can take time. During this period, you have to do physical exercises prescribed by your therapist. It will make your recovery faster.
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