The Today Show features a Virginia Spine Institute patient who speaks out about her journey to overcome neck pain! Click to watch. MENU Additional Surgeries While Virginia Spine Institute surgeons do all they can to avoid surgery, sometimes surgery is needed to treat a patient’s specific condition. Additional Surgeries Laminoplasty Laminoplasty is another type of spinal surgery used to “decompress” or lessen pressure surrounding the spinal canal and nerve structures. Laminoplasty is a surgical procedure where a portion of the lamina bone is carefully cut all the way through. By carefully cutting through one aspect of the lamina, it is similar to opening a door to create more space around the spinal canal. The surgeon will examine the spinal canal and remove any surrounding debris that may be causing pressure on spinal structures. During a laminoplasty a hinge is created on one side of the lamina and the other is kept open with either a bone strut or small metallic plate placed there by the surgeon. This procedure is commonly performed in the cervical spine and patients often present with issues of pain, weakness, numbness or possibly symptoms of myelopathy which include difficulty with balance, bowel or bladder function, and/or dexterity. This procedure is often performed for those with diagnoses such as spinal stenosis. LEARN MORE Laminectomy Meet Our Spinal Specialists Dr. Thomas Schuler Spine Surgeon Founder of Virginia Spine Institute Chief Executive Officer LEARN MORE Dr. Christopher Good Spine Surgeon President of Virginia Spine Institute LEARN MORE Schedule Your Initial Consultation Today First name * Last name * Phone number * Email address * Reviewed by: Dr. Christopher Good, MD, FACS, Dr. Colin Haines, MD, FACS, Dr. Ehsan Jazini, MD, FACS, Dr. Thomas Schuler, MD, FACS, FAAOS. Get in Touch 11800 SUNRISE VALLEY DRIVE RESTON, VIRGINIA 20191 PHONE 703-337-3285 FAX 703-709-1117 BILLING 703-709-6512 Our Brands VIRGINIA SPINE INSTITUTE VIRGINIA THERAPY & FITNESS CENTER REGENERATIVE MEDICINE CENTER Connect with Us © Copyright 2021 Virginia Spine InstitutePrivacy PolicyTerms of UseNotice of Privacy Practices