It uses very small incisions and endoscopic system to visualise the area of interest.
Images from spine are projected onto a big monitor which allows clear visualisation of spinal structures
It is also called key hole surgery and awake spine surgery.
Endoscopic spine surgery techniques are minimal invasive and hence allows faster recovery and lesser pain and shorter hospital stay.
It is used to treat patient with slipped disc (sciatica) and patients suffering from spinal stenosis.