If surgery is advised to help your condition, the Spine Center's Presurgical Review Committee reviews all aspects of your case. This committee is made up of spine surgeons and consulting specialists from OCR, to provide a comprehensive view and discussion of your particular needs. Surgery usually involves removing or manipulating parts of your spinal anatomy that press against your spinal nerves, with a goal of relieving your symptoms.
Most spinal surgery takes from one to five hours.
Surgery is most often easier on the patient who is in good physical condition prior to the procedure, therefore, your doctor may prescribe a pre-conditioning program as you prepare for surgery.