This video: Explanation of Microdiscectomy for Lumbar Disc Herniation and Leg Pain, offers insight into this specific surgery for the lumbar spine. The microdiscetomy is the simplest and most satisfying lumbar spinal surgery there is. This video explains the anatomy and the technique of this procedure where the compressed nerve is freed from the herniated disc or bone spur. This is the companion video to the "Video of a Surgical Microdiscetomy at the L5-S1 Level" where live footage of a microdiscectomy is viewed.
Dr. Donald Corenman, MD practices out of his Vail, Colorado office. For more information on the lumbar spine and for additional resources relating spine surgery, please contact Dr. Donald Corenman at 970-479-5895 (Vail, Colorado).
