Posterior foraminotomies can be effective but have significant drawbacks too (remember Peyton Manning?). The nerve exit hole is opened but the nerve still has to negotiate around the anterior spur which cannot be removed from the posterior approach. This technique is more effective with a herniation that does not originate from under the cord but can yield adequate relief with a small spur.
Dr. Corenman
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Donald Corenman, MD, DC is a highly-regarded spine surgeon, considered an expert in the area of neck and back pain. Trained as both a Medical Doctor and Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Corenman earned academic appointments as Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, and his research on spine surgery and rehabilitation has resulted in the publication of multiple peer-reviewed articles and two books.
