Istanbul Endoscopic
Spine Academy

Lumbar disc herniation is a condition caused by a disc pressing on a nerve root, resulting in pain, numbness and weakness. With the endoscopic method, the herniated fragment is removed under camera guidance through just an 8 mm incision. Same-day discharge is possible.

Cervical disc herniation causes radiating arm pain, tingling and weakness. With endoscopic posterior cervical foraminotomy, the herniated disc compressing the nerve is removed using a minimally invasive technique without cutting the neck muscles.

Narrowing of the spinal canal causes radiating leg pain and difficulty walking. With endoscopic decompression, the narrowed canal is widened; implants such as screws or bone are usually not required.

This condition occurs when one lumbar vertebra slips over another, causing pain and nerve compression. The endoscopic method reduces the pressure; in suitable cases it can be treated without large open surgery.

A minimally invasive procedure applied in early-stage disc diseases that do not require herniation surgery. A special instrument inserted into the disc reduces the nucleus pulposus tissue to relieve nerve pressure.

Applied in facet joint pain and chronic low back pain caused by degeneration, this method uses radiofrequency waves to deactivate the nerve endings that carry pain signals. Its effect can last for months or even years.