Cervical Surgeries
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
An ACDF is a surgical procedure used to treat problems in the cervical spine, such as herniated discs or spinal stenosis. The surgeon accesses the spine through a small incision in the front of the neck. The surgery involves removing a damaged or herniated disc from the front of the neck and then fusing the adjacent vertabrae together with a graft and often a plate with screws to stabilize the spine and relieve pressure on nerve roots and/or the spinal cord. This procedure is typically performed to alleviate pain, numbness, or weakness in the neck and arms.
Cervical Disc Replacement (CDR)
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
A CDR is a surgical procedure used to treat problems in the cervical spine, such as herniated discs. It is one of the alternatives to spinal fusion. The surgeon accesses the spine through a small incision in the front of the neck. The surgery involves removing a damaged or herniated disc from the front of the neck and then placing an artificial disc to relieve pressure on nerve roots and/or the spinal cord. This procedure is typically performed to alleviate pain, numbness, or weakness in the neck and arms.
Laminoplasty
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
Posterior Cervical Fusion
A laminoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves caused by spinal stenosis. During the surgery, the surgeon makes an incision on the back of your neck and carefully opens up the vertebrae to create more space for the spinal cord. This is done by reshaping or repositioning the bony structures in the spine, often with the help of small implants to maintain the new expanded space. It is one of the alternatives to spinal fusion. The goal of laminoplasty is to reduce pain, improve function, and prevent further nerve damage.
Posterior Cervical Fusion
Posterior Cervical Fusion
Posterior Cervical Fusion
A posterior cervical fusion is a surgical procedure used to stabilized the cervical spine and relieve pressure on the spinal cord. During the surgery, the surgeon makes an incision in the back of your neck to access the spine. They then remove bone to relieve pressure on the spinal cord. They then use screws and rods to stabilize your spine and use bone grafts or synthetic materials to fuse the vertebrae together. The aim of the procedure is to stabilize the spine, alleviate pain and improve function.
Foraminotomy
Posterior Cervical Fusion
Foraminotomy
A cervical foraminotomy is a surgical procedure aimed at relieving pressure on the spinal nerves in the neck. It is a minimally invasive surgery and one of the alternatives to spinal fusion. During the surgery, the surgeon makes an incision in the back of your neck to access the affected area of the spine. They then remove part of the bone and sometimes disc material from the foramen, which is the passageway where the nerves exit the spinal column. The goal is to alleviate symptoms such as pain, numbness, or weakness in the arms caused by nerve impingement.
Lumbar Surgeries
Microdiscectomy
Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF)
Microdiscectomy
A lumbar microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgery used to relieve pressure on nerves in the lower back caused by a herniated disc. During the surgery, the surgeon makes a small incision in your lower back and uses a microscope to view the affected area. They then remove the part of the herniated disc that is pressing on the nerve root. This procedure aims to reduce pain, numbness or weakness in the lower back or legs, and promote faster recovery due to the smaller incision and minimal disruption to surrounding tissue.
Laminectomy
Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF)
Microdiscectomy
A lumbar laminectomy is a surgical procedure designed to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves in the lower back. During the surgery, the surgeon makes an incision in your low back and removes a portion of the bony structure called the lamina from the vertebrae. This creates more space in the spinal canal, alleviating pressure on the nerves caused by conditions such as spinal stenosis. The goal of the laminectomy is to reduce pain, numbness, or weakness in the lower back and legs to improve mobility and quality of life.
Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF)
Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF)
Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF)
A XLIF is a surgical procedure used to stabilize the spine and address issues like degenerative disc disease or instability in the lower back. During the surgery, the surgeon makes a small incision on the side of your abdomen to access the spine. They then remove the damaged disc and insert bone graft and a cage between the vertebrae, which helps them fuse over time. The goal of XLIF is to reduce pain, stabilize the spine, and improve function with less disruption to the surrounding muscles compared to traditional techniques.
Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF)
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF)
An ALIF is a surgical procedure used to treat spinal issues such as degenerative disc disease and instability in the lower back. A vascular or general surgeon is used to help access the front of your spine through the abdomen. The spine surgeon then removes the damaged disc and insert bone graft and a spacer into the disc space, which helps the vertebrae fuse together over time. The goal of ALIF is to relieve pain, stabilize the spine, and improve function while minimizing disruption to the back muscles.
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
A TLIF is a surgical procedure used to treat lower back problems such as disc degeneration or spinal instability. During the surgery, the surgeon makes an incision on your lower back to access the spine. They then remove bone and retract the nerves to remove the damaged disc. Bone graft and a spacer are placed into the disc space to help the vertebrae fuse together. Additionally, screws and rods are used to stabilize the spine. The aim of TLIF is to relieve pain, restore spinal stability and improve function.
Minimally Invasive Lumbar Fusion
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
In the right patient, a minimally invasive surgery can be performed to fuse the lumbar spine. Like other fusion surgeries, the goal is to relieve pain, stabilize the spine and improve function, however, minimally invasive techniques aim to minimize disruption to the back muscles.
Other procedures
Kyphoplasty
Fracture Care
Fracture Care
Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure designed to treat spinal compression fractures, often caused by osteoporosis. During the procedure, the surgeon makes a small incision in your back and inserts a balloon into the fractured vertebra. The balloon is inflated to gently restore the vertebral height and create space for a special cement to be injected to provide stability. The goal of kyphoplasty is to reduce pain, restore vertebral height, and improve mobility. It is used in combination with other treatments for osteoporosis.
Fracture Care
Fracture Care
Fracture Care
Dr. Worley provides general orthopedic trauma care in addition to his spine services. Treatments are patient specific. Nonsurgical treatments include realignment of the broken bones (reduction) and immobilization with a cast or splint. When surgery is necessary, broken bones may be treated by inserting plates, screws, or rods to stabilize the bone. The goal of fracture care is to ensure the bones heal correctly and the patient returns to activity.
Endoscopic Surgery
Endoscopic Surgery
Endoscopic Surgery
Endoscopic spine surgery is a minimally invasive surgery used to treat various spine conditions, such as herniated discs or spinal stenosis. During the surgery, the surgeon makes a small incision and inserts an endoscope-a thin tube with a camera-into the affected area of the spine. This allows them to view the spine on a monitor and perform the necessary procedure. The goal of endoscopic spine surgery is to reduce pain, improve function, and promote a quicker recovery.