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Laser Disc Decompression for Herniated Disc
Laser disc decompression (LDD) is the new standard of care for the definitive treatment of symptomatic herniated disc. This exciting new technique has been proven in clinical studies worldwide and is a safe, effective, minimally invasive alternative to typical back or neck surgery for disc herniation.
In the technique, a thin needle is inserted into a herniated cervical or lumbar disc under x-ray guidance and local anesthesia. Following needle placement, an optical fiber is inserted through the needle into the center of the disc and a precise, painless laser beam is directed into the disc material. The action of the laser beam reduces the internal disc pressure allowing the herniated segment to shrink away from compressed nerves immediately relieving disabling sciatica pain. Since there is no tissue damage or incision to heal, office workers return to work in 5 days, and patients in more physically demanding occupations return to work in 2 weeks.
Laser disc decompression has been performed on over 30,000 patients worldwide, and on over 400 patients in the Carolinas and Georgia. The procedure is 80% effective in relieving sciatica and 70% effective in the treatment of back pain caused by degenerated lumbar discs. The laser procedure does not preclude future back or neck surgery in the minority of patients who fail to respond, and is also effective for pain remaining after unsuccessful back surgery. Since introduction into clinical practice in 1987, laser disc decompression has been FDA approved, and is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, Workers Compensation, and most private insurance plans.
Laser disc decompression can result in significant cost savings of approximately 75% per patient treated compared to the usual costs of open back surgery, pain medications, and lost productivity in patients and injured workers with spinal pain and sciatica. Let us demonstrate the convenience and effectiveness of this minimally invasive procedure for your patients, injured workers, and industrial clients with herniated disc.
Actual MRI image of herniated lumbar disc in a 32year-old man.
One year after laser disc decompression.
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