Who is a Candidate for a Cervical Laminoplasty?
Who is a Candidate for a Cervical Laminoplasty?
Frequent pain and/or numbness in the neck or down the arms are often an indication of spinal stenosis. However, other factors can cause the spinal canal to narrow. Bony growths (spurs) can constrict the pathways through which the nerves must travel. In addition, some people are born with a narrow spinal canal that becomes symptomatic as they age. The narrowing of the spinal canal may eventually cause pressure on the nerves and nerve roots that emerge from the spinal column. This irritation can result in pain and numbness, particularly after sitting or standing for extended lengths of time. A cervical Laminoplasty may be recommended in order to make more room for the nerves or nerve roots.