Overview
This procedure removes the lamina, which is the section that sticks out on the back of each vertebra and covers the back of the spinal canal. The lamina covers the area where the nerve roots traversed downward and then exit the spine. Through the posterior (back) of the body, the surgeon removes the laminae of the impacted areas to relieve pressure on the nerve roots.What it Treats
Lumbar laminectomy is used to treat conditions of the lumbar spine (lower back) including:
- Spinal stenosis
- Arthritis
- Herniated Discs