Description

Discectomy surgery at Houston Methodist is a specialized spine procedure designed to relieve radiating neck, back, arm, and leg pain caused by nerve compression. Spine surgeons provide advanced surgical options including microdiscectomy, endoscopic discectomy, microendoscopic discectomy, open discectomy, and anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). The treatment addresses herniated or bulging disks, degenerative disk disease, radiculopathy, and sciatica across convenient care locations throughout the Greater Houston area.

Best for

Patients with herniated disks, Individuals with chronic sciatica or radiculopathy and Surgical relief of radiating spine nerve pain after conservative treatments fail

Description

The Micro Lumbar Discectomy System (MLD) by SCHILLING is a specialized set of reusable surgical instruments designed for minimally invasive lumbar discectomy and neurosurgery procedures. Crafted from surgical-grade stainless steel with a modular, ergonomic design, it enables spine surgeons to access and remove herniated or degenerative disc material through a small incision to relieve nerve root compression while enhancing visualization and maneuverability.

Best for

Spine surgeons, Neurosurgeons, Minimally invasive lumbar discectomy and Microsurgical spinal procedures

Description

Lumbar discectomy is a spine surgery performed to remove a herniated or degenerative disc compressing spinal nerves in the lower back. Offered by Mayfield Brain & Spine through open or minimally invasive microdiscectomy approaches, the procedure relieves severe sciatica, leg pain, numbness, and weakness when conservative treatments fail. Operations typically last one to two hours, often performed as same-day outpatient procedures to decompress nerve roots and restore mobility.

Best for

Patients with lumbar disc herniation, Individuals suffering from sciatica or severe leg pain and Relieving persistent leg pain and nerve compression after conservative treatments fail