Post-laminectomy syndrome is a condition that occurs in some individuals who have undergone spinal surgery called a laminectomy.
Post-laminectomy syndrome is characterized by persistent pain in the back, legs, or arms, even after surgery. The pain can be severe and can limit a person's ability to perform daily activities.
If you are experiencing persistent pain after spinal surgery, it is important to speak specialist to determine the underlying cause and develop a treatment plan to manage your symptoms.
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Where does it hurt?
If you are experience pain in your back, arms or legs after spinal surgery, it could be post-laminectomy syndrome.
What does it feel like?
Post-laminectomy syndrome can cause a variety of symptoms, including persistent mild to severe pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the back, legs, or arms.
Who does it affect?
Post-laminectomy syndrome can affect anyone who has undergone spinal surgery, specifically a laminectomy. Other risk factors for developing post-laminectomy syndrome include smoking, obesity, and poor overall physical health
"Post-laminectomy syndrome can cause debilitating pain and have a significant impact on your quality of life. At Legent, we understand the challenges that patients with this condition face and we’re committed to providing the highest level of care to help manage their symptoms and find the best treatments.”
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Our healthcare assistants will talk about what’s bothering you, how we can help and book you the next available appointment.
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Medications
Prescription-strength painkillers, muscle relaxants and short courses of corticosteroids can help keep the pain at bay.
Physical therapy
A physical therapist can teach you exercises to stretch and strengthen your back, neck, and shoulder muscles to relieve pain.
Facet joint injections
Sometimes, your pain can be treated using electric impulses to block the transmission of pain signals to your brain.
Revision surgery
Sometimes, the best course of action is to revisit the surgery and address the root cause of your pain.