Lumbar Spine Surgery

Lumbar Spine

Surgery

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Introduction

 Lumbar surgery or Laminectomy refers to any type of
surgery in the lumbar spine, or lower back, between one
or more of the lumbar vertebrae.

 The lumbar region of the spine, more commonly known
as the lower back, consists of five vertebrae labeled L1
through L5. The lumbar region is situated between the
thoracic, or chest, region of the spine, and the sacrum.
The lumbar spine typically has a slight inward curve.

Common ailments associated with lumbar Spine

Most cases of lumbar degenerative disc disease consist of a low-grade, continuous but tolerable back
pain that will occasionally intensify for a few days or more.

Symptoms can vary, but general characteristics usually include:

•Moderate, continuous low back pain. Painful aches at the site of a damaged disc is the most common
symptom of a degenerative disc. Pain may spread to the buttocks, groin, and upper thighs.
•Occasional pain flare-ups, back pain may intensify for several days or weeks then return to a more
moderate level. Flare-ups happen as the disc continues to degenerate and the spine gradually stabilizes.
Pain flare-ups can be severe and sudden, and can temporarily reduce mobility.
•Local tenderness, the area of the low back surrounding the degenerated disc may be sensitive to
touch.
•Leg pain and neurological symptoms including numbness, weakness, or sharp, shooting pains in the
buttocks, hips, and/or back of the leg may be felt if the disc space collapses enough to pinch a nerve
root exiting the spine.

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