Surgical

When all other treatments have failed and there are problems that need to be
repaired.

○ Laminectomy/Spinal Fusion~Surgical treatments such as laminectomy and spinal fusion may be needed when all other resources have been exhausted and there are structural problems with the spinal column. If needed, these procedures require a long rehabilitation.

○ Implantable Drug Pumps–again if all other options have been exhausted and the patient is still in pain it may be possible to implant a drug pump into the affected area. These pumps provide a constant source of pain medicine at the source.

○ Neurolytic Blocks~this surgical procedure permanently destroys nerves that
conduct pain. These procedures are often used as a last resort and are used to
relieve pain due to cancer or other incurable diseases.

*The descriptions of treatments are intended for informational purposes only. You should always consult your doctor about your treatment options before beginning any course of treatment.