netcare Linksfield Hospital offers dedicated Spinal Decompression and Fixation supported by experienced spine surgeons, advanced imaging, and modern operating facilities. Established in 1991, the COHSASA accredited hospital is situated in Johannesburg, South Africa and has 319 beds supporting specialized spinal care.

Spinal Decompression and Fixation is designed to address both neural compression and mechanical instability when both require surgical management. During decompression, the surgeon removes structures that are pressing on the spinal cord or nerve roots. Fixation may then be performed using screws and rods to hold the vertebrae in the desired position, sometimes with fusion to encourage bone healing between adjacent vertebrae. The exact technique varies according to the affected spinal region and underlying condition.