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Advantages Of Minimally
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Compared to traditional open back surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery has many advantages. They include:
- Less pain
The procedures used in minimally invasive spine surgery cause less post-operative pain and discomfort.
- Quicker recovery
Patients who receive minimally invasive back surgery are usually able to return to normal activities quicker than those who have had traditional back surgery.
- Less scarring
Minimally invasive spine surgery requires smaller incisions, which leads to smaller, less noticeable scarring.
- Less soft tissue damage
A lot of traditional surgeries require a long incision which usually has to be made through the muscle. Because minimally invasive spine surgery does not use long incisions, surgeons do not have to cut through the muscle. This leads to less tissue damage and a quicker return to daily activites.
- Reduced operative times
- Reduced blood loss
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
UCSD Medical Center
200 West Arbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92103
(800) 926-8273 |