Endoscopic spine surgery: Find relief from back and neck pain

We know that back pain can make it difficult to do even simple tasks, and not being about to do what you want can also take an emotional toll. Our team works with you to address the challenges caused by your spinal condition, finding a solution for your pain.

Although nonsurgical options can be effective for some patients, others will need spinal surgery to find relief. Endoscopic spine surgery at UW Health is an innovative, minimally invasive technique that has been refined by our team of experts.

Endoscopic spine surgery can treat herniated discs, spinal stenosis and other neck and back conditions. These conditions often cause back pain, numbness and muscle weakness, making even just sitting or standing for a period of time unbearable. If you are currently using medications or have tried other more conservative treatment options for your pain and aren’t seeing the results you are hoping for, we can work with you to determine if endoscopic spine surgery is an option for your condition.

Minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery is done through a smaller incision than traditional spinal surgery options. This smaller incision allows for less pain, less risk of infection and a faster recovery time. Many patients find near immediate relief and are often back to their active lifestyles within a few months of their surgery. Our goal is to find the treatment that will relieve your pain, so you can get back to daily activities relatively pain free.

Severe back pain from a herniated disc kept Sara, a busy and athletic mother of two, from her daily routine and was impacting her quality of life. See how Sara feels after she underwent endoscopic spine surgery to relieve her pain.

Our spine surgery experts use the least invasive surgical method possible, helping patients feel better faster.

UW Health neurosurgeons are dedicated to enhancing surgical care tailored to your needs. Through ongoing research, we explore innovative ways to utilize technology, ultimately leading to enhanced and more advanced care for you. We offer endoscopic spine surgery at East Madison Hospital and spine care at Science Dr Medical Center in Madison, Wis.