Exploring Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Laser Spine Surgery: Myth or Fact?

Myth: Laser is the only instrument that is used in Laser Spine Institute’s procedures.

Fact: The laser is simply one of the tools utilized in Laser Spine Institute’s minimally invasive endoscopic procedures, only on soft tissue.  Circumstances in which the laser would be used are: to ablate nerves and cauterize, or seal tissue.  In addition to the laser, we use surgical instruments, such as rongeurs and drills, to remove small amounts of bones that may be impinging a nerve. Therefore, when treating a patient who has bone spurs, or other bone growth, our surgeons employ the tools mentioned above to supplement the laser.