Percutaneous Laser Discoplasty

A Percutaneous Laser Discoplasty procedure is performed to relieve certain spinal conditions. Percutaneous Discoplasty is the surgical removal of herniated disc/bulging disc material that presses on a nerve root or the spinal cord. A percutaneous laser discoplasty is done when the patient's history, physical examination and imaging (such as CT scan or MRI) indicates herniated or bulging disc and the material inside the disc has not ruptured into the spinal canal.

When a traditional percutaneous laser discoplasty is performed at New Jersey Pain Management at Advanced Wellness, the doctor uses X-ray monitoring and fiber optics resulting in pictures displayed on a monitor similar to a TV screen, therefore allowing the surgeon to see what is compressing the nerve during the procedure and remove it with laser, ensuring a much higher rate of success.

Video: Percutaneous Laser Discoplasty Procedure

A percutaneous laser discoplasty is a relatively short procedure, only taking half an hour to 45 minutes to perform with a quick recovery ensured afterwards. After 1-2 hours of monitoring, the patient (with a companion) is free to go. The patient then returns the following day for a post-operative visit to get clearance from the doctor to return home.