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Laser Spine Institute's minimally invasive procedures are the safe and effective alternative to open neck or back surgery.

Our revolutionary endoscopic surgical techniques are proven to help patients return to their normal, active lifestyles. Every month, more people come to Laser Spine Institute for help in relieving their neck and back pain than to any other spine surgery center in the world.
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Nerve Compression

Nerve compression is a restriction of space around a nerve due to a number of different factors.

A compressed or "pinched" nerve in the neck or back can cause symptoms like pain, numbness, or weakness at the affected area, as well as muscle spasms and a tingling of the extremities. The location of the compressed or pinched nerve in the spine determines the part of the body that experiences these symptoms, and some people find that their symptoms worsen after sleep or other activities that irritate the compressed nerve.

Nerve compression in the spine can be the result of a disorder like spinal arthritis or spondylolisthesis, or due to an injury, poor posture, or poor body mechanics. A herniated disc is another common cause of a compressed nerve in the spine.

If you think you are experiencing symptoms of nerve compression, the good news is that there are several treatment options available to you. Many patients find relief from conventional therapies including:

Rest
Stretching and exercise
Massage
Hot and cold therapy
Anti-inflammatory medicines or pain medications
Physical therapy

Occasionally patients find themselves still experiencing pain or other limiting symptoms, even after trying several different treatment options. Fortunately, there are other options available to relieve symptoms of nerve compression, like the minimally invasive endoscopic procedures performed at Laser Spine Institute. These procedures require no hospitalization or general anesthesia, and the recovery time is significantly shorter than most traditional open back surgeries. Click Here to see how you can get your life back in 5 daysIf you’re tired of dealing with the pain and discomfort of a pinched nerve, contact LSI today and we will review your MRI or CT scan, free of charge.

Please note: Laser Spine Institute currently does not perform endoscopic procedures on the thoracic spine.

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