What is LSS?
Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is a condition where the spinal canal narrows and compresses the spinal cord nerves in your lower back. As we age, the natural wear and tear on our spine can lead to a few contributing factors that cause the narrowing of the spinal canal – thickening of ligament tissue, formation of excess bone, or compression/bulging of the discs.
What are the Symptoms of LSS?
The narrowing of the spinal canal can cause several symptoms such as pain, numbness or a tingling sensation in your buttocks, legs and lower back. It may also limit the amount of time/distance you are able to stand or walk. If your symptoms increase when you walk or stand, but you experience relief when you sit or bend forward, then you may have a certain type of LSS that can be treated by removal of excess tissue that is causing the narrowing of the spinal canal.
How Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression Works
M.I.L.D. is an FDA-cleared procedure that has been performed safely on thousands of patients. Specialized tools are inserted through a tiny incision in your back and are used to remove small pieces of bone and excess ligament that cause the narrowing of the canal. The restoration of space in the spinal canal decreases the compression of the nerves, which reduces pain and restores mobility.
If your doctor determines you have LSS caused by excess ligament, then the MILD procedure may be a safe and effective treatment for you.
How is it done:
- Outpatient procedure, performed in less than 1 hour
- Performed through a tiny incision (about the size of a baby aspirin)
- Able to resume light activities within just a few days
- Requires:
- No general anesthesia
- No implants
- No stitches