Herniated Disc in L5

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Herniated Disc in L5

A herniated disc in the L5 position is one of the most common, since the lumbar region of the spine in which the disc is located is responsible for supporting the upper body’s weight and for lifting and twisting. However, the fact that it’s a frequent ailment doesn’t make the pain and other symptoms it causes any less debilitating.

The nerves located near a L5 herniated disc are responsible for transmitting signals to the lower back, buttocks, legs, and feet. If those nerves are compressed or irritated by the leaking inner layer of a ruptured disc, symptoms like numbness, tingling, pain, weakness, and more can result in those areas. And, if the compression of that nerve continues for too long, permanent damage can result.

Surgery for a Herniated Disc in L5

Traditional surgery for herniated disc treatment involves very deep incisions and cutting through the muscle and bone above it. Because of this, it must be performed under general anesthesia in a hospital setting, and the patient must remain in the hospital for a few days. The trauma also means a lengthy recovery time is necessary for the body to repair itself, and the patient is often limited in his or her activities for a period of six months or more.

In contrast, endoscopic surgery from Laser Spine Institute can treat a herniated disc in the L5 position without the need for general anesthesia, a large incision, or cutting through muscle. Patients who undergo this procedure are released the same day for rest and recovery in the comfort of their own home or hotel room, and many can actually walk within hours of the procedure. Most of them are back to normal, daily activities within six weeks or so.

For more information on treatments for herniated discs, including minimally invasive spine surgery, contact LSI today. One of our doctors will review your CT scan or MRI, and after obtaining some information about you and your particular situation, determine your eligibility for the procedure.

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