FAQs

Q: Am I still a candidate for a Laser Spine Institute procedure if I have had previous open spine surgery?

A: Yes. You could be a candidate for LSI procedures if you have had a previous open or traditional spine surgery. A patient's candidacy is dependent on the prior surgery, pathology and symptoms.  Many patients report painful or irritating symptoms after open spine procedures often caused by implanted hardware or a fusion. It is common for traditional spine surgeons to suggest fusing bone and inserting hardware in the spine to relieve back or neck pain. In general, open spine surgery can create a large amount of scar tissue, nerve impingement and general discomfort. LSI minimally invasive procedures can be performed to help alleviate pain from a previous open surgery.

Q: How do I find out if I am a candidate for LSI procedures?

A: The first step in determining surgical candidacy is an MRI or CT scan review. This process entails a detailed analysis of a patient's images, after which our doctors correlate the findings with the patient's reported symptoms. Recent MRIs or CT scans can be mailed to the address below for a courtesy review.
 
Laser Spine Institute
Orion Center 3001 N. Rocky Point Dr. E.
Tampa, FL. 33607
Fax # 1-888-558-1435 ( Attention MRI Coordinator)