Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Ultra-minimally invasive spine surgery through a tiny incision, for faster recovery from disc and nerve problems.

Overview

About Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Endoscopic spine surgery uses a thin camera (endoscope) passed through a very small incision to remove a herniated disc or relieve nerve compression. It disturbs much less muscle and tissue than open surgery.

Dr. Ravindra Singh completed an endoscopic spine fellowship at Nanoori Hospital, Seoul, South Korea, and is among the few spine surgeons in the region with formal training in this technique.

Conditions Treated

  • Lumbar disc herniation
  • Sciatica due to slip disc
  • Lumbar canal stenosis
  • Foraminal stenosis
  • Recurrent disc herniation
  • Selected cervical disc problems

When to See a Doctor

  • Leg pain worse than back pain (sciatica)
  • Numbness or tingling in the leg or foot
  • Pain on sitting, bending or coughing
  • Weakness in the foot or leg
  • Pain not relieved by medicines and physiotherapy

Treatment Options

Endoscopic Discectomy

Removes the herniated disc fragment through a tiny incision.

Endoscopic Decompression

Widens a narrowed spinal canal to free trapped nerves.

Transforaminal Approach

Reaches the disc through a natural opening at the side of the spine.

Short-Stay Surgery

Often allows a very short hospital stay.

Benefits

Incision of about a centimetre
Less post-operative pain
Short hospital stay
Quicker return to work

Recovery Journey

  1. 1

    Same day–Day 1

    Patients usually walk within hours and go home soon after.

  2. 2

    Weeks 1–4

    Return to light work and daily activities.

  3. 3

    Weeks 4–8

    Core-strengthening physiotherapy to protect the spine.

Recovery time varies from patient to patient. Dr. Ravindra Singh will explain what to expect in your case.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not every spine problem can be treated endoscopically. Your MRI and examination decide whether it is the right option.

Usually only about a centimetre, which means less pain and a small scar.

It can be done under local or general anaesthesia, depending on the procedure and the patient.

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