Back pain and spinal conditions can be debilitating, often leading patients to consider surgical options. However, surgery is not always the best solution.
At Triangle Spinal Decompression in Cary, NC, Dr. Abbie Swank and Dr. Parker Neill provide non-surgical spinal decompression therapy, offering effective relief without the risks of invasive procedures.
Below, we’ll explore some of the most common spinal surgeries, their intended goals, and why non-surgical treatments may be a better alternative for many patients.
1. Discectomy: Removing Damaged Disc Material
A discectomy is performed to remove part or all of a herniated disc that is pressing on spinal nerves. By relieving nerve compression, this procedure aims to reduce pain, numbness, and weakness. However, removing part of a disc can alter spinal biomechanics, potentially leading to further degeneration or future surgeries. At Triangle Spinal Decompression, we offer non-invasive spinal decompression therapy, which gently relieves disc pressure without removing tissue.
2. Foraminotomy: Enlarging Nerve Pathways
When nerve passageways (foramina) become narrowed due to age-related degeneration or bone spurs, a foraminotomy is performed to widen these spaces and reduce nerve compression. While this can alleviate symptoms, it does not prevent further spinal degeneration. Spinal decompression therapy can naturally create more space for nerves, reducing compression while promoting disc rehydration and healing.
3. Laminectomy: Decompressing the Spinal Canal
A laminectomy removes part of the lamina (the back portion of a vertebra) to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves, often caused by spinal stenosis. This surgery may provide relief, but it can also lead to post-laminectomy syndrome, where patients experience ongoing pain, instability, or new nerve issues. Non-surgical decompression therapy can achieve similar decompressive effects without permanent structural changes.
4. Spinal Fusion: Limiting Motion to Reduce Pain
Spinal fusion permanently connects two or more vertebrae, preventing movement in the affected area. This is often used for spinal instability or severe degenerative disc disease.
However, fusion significantly reduces mobility and often leads to adjacent segment disease (ASD), where nearby spinal segments degenerate more quickly. At Triangle Spinal Decompression, we help patients avoid spinal fusion by restoring disc function naturally.
Why Consider Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression?
While spinal surgery can provide relief in some cases, it comes with risks, long recovery times, and potential complications.
At Triangle Spinal Decompression in Cary, NC, Dr. Swank and Dr. Neill use advanced computerized spinal decompression therapy to:
✅ Reduce pressure on compressed nerves
✅ Rehydrate and restore damaged discs
✅ Improve mobility and function
✅ Prevent the need for invasive surgery
If you're considering surgery or struggling with chronic back pain, Triangle Spinal Decompression offers a proven, non-invasive solution.
📞 Call 919-460-6098 today to schedule your consultation.📍 Find us at 3750 NW Cary Pkwy, Suite 105, Cary, NC 27513.💻 Visit TriangleDecompression.com/about-us to learn more.
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