AccuraScope™ Procedure

The AccuraScope™ Discectomy and Neural Decompression (“D.N.D.”) Procedure:

• The AccuraScopeTM D.N.D. is a Minimally Invasive, Natural Opening procedure used to both diagnose and treat Inter-vertebral discs and Spinal Stenosis.
• Using live x-ray for guidance, the doctor inserts an endoscopic fiber optic scope, like a small tube, through a small incision in the skin, into a natural opening at the base of the spine.
• The doctor examines the inside of the spine and the discs of the lower back, from both sides of the spinal canal, to identify any tears, ruptures, herniations, bulges, or other abnormalities.
• The doctor actually finds inflammation and actually diagnoses the source of pain.
• The doctor then uses a number of instruments to shrink the damaged disc(s), or spinal stenosis, and relieve pressure on the spinal nerve(s).
• The procedure is usually completed in 30-45 minutes. Many patients experience immediate relief.
• Patients are returned to a recovery area and are usually discharged approximately one hour after surgery. Patients can walk the same day as their procedure, and can start gentle physical therapy exercises the next day.
• Many patients can return to work and resume normal activities the following day, and most can return within one week.

North American Spine is the world’s sole provider of the AccuraScope™ procedure.