Symptoms Addressed by Laminectomy

• Persistent back or neck pain

• Leg or arm pain radiating from nerve compression

• Numbness or tingling in limbs

• Weakness in arms or legs

• Difficulty walking or maintaining balance

Procedure Overview

1. Pre-operative Evaluation

   • MRI/CT scans to locate nerve compression

   • Neurological examination and assessment of symptoms

2. Surgery

   • General anesthesia is administered

   • Lamina is partially or completely removed to decompress nerves

   • In some cases, spinal fusion or instrumentation may be performed

3. Post-operative Care

   • Short hospital stay (1–3 days for minimally invasive, 3–5 days for open surgery)

   • Physiotherapy and gradual mobilization

   • Pain management and activity modification

Benefits of Laminectomy

• Relieves nerve compression and associated pain

• Improves mobility and function

• Reduces numbness, tingling, and weakness

• Can prevent permanent nerve damage if done timely

• Minimally invasive techniques reduce recovery time

Cost of Laminectomy in India

Table 1: Average Laminectomy Cost in India

Factors Affecting Laminectomy Cost

1. Number of spinal levels treated – Multi-level surgery increases cost

2. Use of spinal implants – Fusion hardware adds to total expense

3. Surgical approach – Minimally invasive procedures may reduce hospital stay but require specialized equipment

4. Hospital and surgeon expertise – Tertiary care spine centers in metro cities typically charge more

5. Post-operative care – Rehabilitation, physiotherapy, and follow-up imaging contribute to overall cost