If you have been living with constant back pain, leg weakness, or numbness that interferes with your daily life, often due to an injury sustained in a car accident, you are not alone. When nonsurgical treatments like physical therapy, medication, or injections no longer provide relief, laminectomy surgery may be the next step toward long-lasting comfort.
At Impact Medical Group, we understand how difficult it can be to live with chronic pain. Our team is here to guide you through your options with compassion, clarity, and care. Laminectomy surgery is one of the advanced procedures we offer to help relieve pressure on the spinal nerves and restore your ability to move freely.
What Is Laminectomy Surgery?
Laminectomy is a type of spine surgery that removes a small section of bone called the lamina from the back of a vertebra. This part of the bone covers the spinal canal, and in some cases, it can press against the spinal cord or nearby nerves. By removing the lamina, we create more space and relieve that pressure, which can ease pain, reduce inflammation, and improve mobility.
This procedure is often recommended for people with spinal stenosis, herniated discs, or other conditions that cause narrowing in the spinal canal. It is most commonly done in the lower back but can also be performed in the neck or upper back depending on your symptoms.
Who Might Benefit from Laminectomy?
You may be a good candidate for this surgery if you are experiencing these symptoms, especially if they are the result of a car or pickup injury:
- Ongoing leg or arm pain that starts in your back or neck
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness in your limbs
- Trouble walking or standing for long periods
- Difficulty performing everyday tasks due to back or nerve pain
- Symptoms that are not improving with nonsurgical care
At Impact Medical Group, we take the time to fully understand your health history, imaging results, and quality of life before recommending any surgery. If laminectomy is right for you, we will walk you through every step.
We Are
Impact Medical Group
Impact Medical Group provides advanced orthopedic surgical care to help patients restore mobility and live pain-free.
Our expert team specializes in spine, ankle, elbow, knee, hip, shoulder, hand, and wrist procedures, as well as fracture treatment, articular cartilage restoration, and joint replacement. We focus on personalized solutions and leading techniques to deliver the best possible outcomes.
What Happens Before and After Surgery?
Before the procedure, you will meet with your provider for a full evaluation. You may have imaging studies like an MRI or CT scan to confirm the area where the nerve is compressed.
We will answer all your questions and give you personalized instructions to prepare.
After surgery, you will rest in recovery and begin to move around with guidance from our care team. Most patients are encouraged to walk the same day. You may go home within a day or two, depending on your individual recovery.
Healing takes time, but many people start to feel better within a few weeks. Your plan may include gentle physical therapy, rest, and follow-up visits to track your progress.
You Deserve to Feel Better
At Impact Medical Group, our goal is to help you get back to a life that feels more active, more comfortable, and more in your control. If pain is interfering with your daily routine or limiting your mobility, you do not have to face it alone.
Reach out to our team today to schedule a consultation and find out if laminectomy surgery is the right next step for your recovery.
