Cervical Laminoplasty Surgery Performed by a Fellowship-Trained Surgeon Near Katy, TX

Cervical laminoplasty is a surgical treatment option for spinal nerve compression caused by spinal stenosis (narrowing) in the neck region. However, it is not the only option; in fact, spinal decompression surgery is not a first-line treatment for this condition. Many patients achieve good results with conservative methods, such as physical therapy, postural improvement and pain-relieving medications, which can often delay or eliminate the need for surgery.

The best way to find the right treatment approach for cervical spinal stenosis is to talk with an experienced surgeon. Many patients in the Katy, Texas, area entrust their spine care to R. Alexander Mohr, MD. Widely acclaimed as a spine surgery innovator, Dr. Mohr is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon who practices with Advanced Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.

When Is a Cervical Laminoplasty Considered?

A spinal decompression procedure such as a cervical laminoplasty may be considered if a compressed spinal nerve is causing uncomfortable or disruptive symptoms, such as localized and radiating pain, numbness, muscle weakness and tingling sensations. The goal of surgical treatment is to enlarge the spinal canal at the point where it has narrowed. During cervical laminoplasty surgery, Dr. Mohr makes an opening in the lamina—a section of bone that forms a firm “roof” over the spinal canal—to create more space for the compressed nerve.

If cervical laminoplasty surgery is a good option for you and you decide to proceed, you can feel confident entrusting your surgical care to Dr. Mohr, who has extensive experience in performing cervical decompression surgery and other complex spine procedures.

You can learn more about cervical laminoplasty surgery and other treatment options for spinal narrowing in your neck by contacting Dr. Mohr’s office and scheduling an appointment at his location near Katy, TX.