Larger than nano, but much smaller than typical open surgery (i.e. microdiscectomy).

Skin opening (shown here):

 

 

Cross section view showing an example of a closed down spinal canal needing an endoscopic decompression

Many centers do spine surgery in an exploratory manner, cutting apart and removing normal, important parts of the spine when it is not actually necessary to do so. At the Back Institute, we do exactly what needs to be done for the patient, and no more.These procedures are alternatives to major spine operations (fusion, etc.)

• Top doctors from elite universities come to the Back Institute as patients themselves, for their own spine treatment.
• The procedures are performed by top spine surgeons with the highest credentials. Our surgeons are on staff at some of the best hospitals in the country.
• The procedures are performed with specialized equipment to make the size of the skin opening the minimum that the patient needs.
• Our surgeons are invited to participate in scientific conferences and have written over 40 peer reviewed publications.
• The procedures are done in specialized spine treating facilities with the highest accreditations and certifications.