Vertiflex Procedure
Imagine your spine is like a stack of building blocks. Sometimes, these blocks (vertebrae) can press on nerves, causing pain. Indirect Lumbar Decompression is like gently lifting those blocks to create more space.
The Idea behind it is to create more space for those discs, so they don’t squeeze the nerves. This extra room helps reduce pressure on the nerves, easing your pain. It’s like giving your spine a little breathing space, so you can feel better without going through a big operation.
It is done without surgery by using special techniques or devices. Recovery of Indirect Lumbar Decompression is usually faster compared to surgery, and you can get back to your routine sooner.
This innovative approach aims to provide long-term relief from the leg and back pain linked to Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (LSS).
The Vertiflex procedure is a treatment option offered for patients with spinal stenosis who have failed to manage their pain with conservative treatments and medications. A confirmatory MRI and X-ray will be needed to visualize the patient’s stenosis. Patients with spinal stenosis typically have increased back pain when straightening out their back, such as when they are sleeping or standing/sitting up straight for extended periods of time.
The Vertiflex works to restrict spinal extension (straightening), while preserving lateral and rotation movement. A small implant is placed between vertebral spinous processes. These implants widen interlaminar spaces without creating rigidity. Studies show long-term sustained clinical benefit compared to traditional laminectomies, and the Vertiflex procedure is less invasive for those who do not want to undergo major surgery for their pain. This procedure is performed with the patient under sedation, while being carefully monitored by our anesthesia providers to ensure minimal complications.
What Conditions Can This Treat?
Lumbar spinal stenosis can be caused by many conditions other than aging wear and tear:
- Anatomical birth conditions, such as scoliosis
- Spinal tumors compressing the cord
- Injuries or chronic micro-trauma
- Paget’s disease of bone
- Ligamentous excess calcium deposits
Treatment Offered By Kansas Pain Management
Kansas Pain Management offers a comprehensive pain treatment plan that is tailored to each patient’s specific needs. The first step is a thorough evaluation, which includes a medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic testing, if necessary.
Treatment options may include medications, physical therapy, injections, or surgery, depending on the underlying cause of the pain.
Kansas Pain Management also offers a range of minimally invasive procedures to help alleviate pain and restore function. With board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians, Kansas Pain Management is committed to providing the highest quality care for patients suffering from pain. You can book an appointment with us at Overland Park, Lawrence, Leavenworth/Lansing, Roeland Park, etc. We also serve nearby locations like Ottawa, Missouri, Topeka, Belton, Manhattan, Lee’s Summit, Johnson County & Kansas areas.