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Minimally Invasive Procedures

A minimally invasive spine procedure is a procedure performed to treat a spine condition that is less invasive to the patient than an open surgical procedure used for the same purpose. Minimally invasive spine procedures usually involve accessing the spine through a tiny cut in the skin. In addition, minimally invasive spine procedures can usually be performed while preserving normal spinal anatomy, such as bones and ligaments. As a result, recovery from a minimally invasive spine procedure is usually rapid. Because of the minimally invasive nature of the procedure, it can usually be performed in the outpatient setting.

While not all spinal conditions can be treated minimally invasively, many painful conditions can be. Los Angeles Brain and Spine Institute minimally invasive spine surgeons have been trained by internationally renowned experts in the field and can offer patients this valuable alternative to conventional spine surgery.