Endoscopic technique is the 'next
generation' of spine surgery
CHICAGO, May 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Bringing peace of mind to patients needing
spine surgery, an ultra-minimally invasive procedure called
endoscopic spine surgery (ESS) is now being performed in
Chicago by Dr. Kern Singh of
Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH, a pioneer in the use of this new
technique. ESS is considered the 'next generation' of minimally
invasive spine surgery because it requires no incisions at all,
allowing patients to recover even more quickly.
Click here to view video of the endoscopic spine procedure
performed by Dr. Singh.
Through just one or two very small holes in a patient's skin
(the size of a pen tip), the surgeon can view and treat common
spine conditions including disc herniation, spinal stenosis, and
sciatica. Most patients return home the same day with little or no
pain medication.
"Endoscopic spine surgery is being performed by just a small
number of specially trained physicians in the country," explains
Dr. Singh. "I'm thrilled to be one of these and to be able to offer
my patients a faster, less invasive solution for their pain."
How does ESS work?
A small hole is made in a patient's skin through which a tubular
trocar (about the width of a pencil) is inserted. Depending on the
patient's condition, the endoscopic technique may access the spine
using an intralaminar (from the back of the sine between two
laminae) or transforaminal (from the back/side of the spine into
the nerve passageway) approach.
Next, a tiny camera is inserted into the hole which captures and
projects real-time images of the patient's spine onto a monitor in
front of the surgeon. The endoscopic camera guides the surgeon
during the surgical procedure. A second small hole is typically
created for the narrow instrument the surgeon uses to treat the
patient's spinal condition.
All patients walk immediately after discharge from the surgery
center, usually one to two hours post-surgery. Normal activity can
be resumed in as little as one week.
"The reason my patients are doing so well with this procedure is
that it requires no muscle-cutting, no incisions, and immediate
pain-free mobility," Dr. Singh says.
What are the benefits of ESS?
- One or two small holes covered by a standard band aid
- No bleeding or scarring
- Immediate recovery
- Little to no pain medication
- Preservation of spinal mobility
- Local anesthesia
- Same day outpatient surgery
- No muscle or bone removal
About Dr. Kern Singh
Dr. Singh is the Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs and the Director
of the Division of Spine Surgery at RUSH. He is a long-standing
Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at RUSH and a
nationally renowned minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgeon
at Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH (MOR). A leading member of MOR
since 2005, he has been a prolific award-winning researcher with
prominent executive positions including the Chair of the Spine
Section for the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
About Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH
MOR is an international leader in musculoskeletal health
consistently ranked among the top ten in the nation by U.S. News
& World Report. MOR physicians are the designated team care
providers for many organizations including the Chicago Bulls and
Chicago White Sox. MOR has seven full-service locations and nine
stand-alone physical therapy clinics in the Chicago area. For more
information: www.rushortho.com
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