Keyhole Spine Surgery: Symptoms, Classification, Diagnosis & Recovery

Keyhole spine surgery, also known as minimally invasive spine surgery, is a modern technique that treats spinal conditions through small incisions. It uses specialised tools and real-time imaging to access the spine with minimal disruption to surrounding muscles and tissues.

This procedure is commonly used for herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or nerve compression. Patients typically experience less pain, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery compared to traditional open surgery.

Keyhole spine surgery is performed under general anaesthesia and often requires only a few stitches. It offers a safer alternative with excellent long-term outcomes when performed by experienced spine surgeons.

Here are the signs and symptoms of Keyhole Spine Surgery,

• Backache
• Radiculopathy
• Numbness
• Weakness
• Stiffness
• Sciatica
• Paresthesia
• Immobility
• Incontinence
• Unresponsiveness