Endoscopic Approaches

Medial Branch Transection
Medial Branch Transection
An endoscopic approach to medial branch nerve transection can lead to relief from pain caused by facet joint arthropathy. Combining 4K visualization with minimally invasive techniques allows surgeons to view and treat the spinal pathology while maintaining surgical precision and reducing postoperative complications.1,2
Interlaminar Endoscopic Discectomy
Interlaminar Endoscopic Discectomy
The endoscopic approach to interlaminar discectomies provides minimally invasive access to posterior herniations in the lower lumbar spine that may be difficult to reach through a transforaminal approach. Additionally, interlaminar discectomy results in less tissue and muscle disruption, faster recovery times, and a quicker return to activity than traditional open procedures.1-4 WishBone™ endoscopic instruments feature superior feel and improved ergonomics that facilitate inverted and retrograde usage with either hand.
Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy
Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy
A transforaminal, or paraspinal, approach provides the ability to reach far-lateral disc herniations. Using a spine-specific endoscope minimizes soft-tissue disruption, resulting in less postoperative pain.1,2 Additionally, studies showed that approximately 85% patients who underwent endoscopic lumbar discectomy returned to athletic activity in as few as 6 to 8 weeks.3,4
Endoscopic Far Lateral Transforaminal Lumbar Discectomy
Endoscopic Far Lateral Transforaminal Lumbar Discectomy
The traditional open approach for treating far lateral disc herniations at L5-S1 is challenging. Alternatively, the transforaminal endoscopic approach lands directly at the far lateral zone and requires little or no facet resection to achieve decompression.
Endoscopic Thoracic Transforaminal Discectomy
Endoscopic Thoracic Transforaminal Discectomy
This is a powerful approach option for treating all types of thoracic disc herniations while significantly minimizing collateral damage, blood loss, postoperative pain, and spinal cord manipulation.1-4 This is the only approach that offers an unobstructed view of the ventral thoracic canal without extensive bony resection and without requiring entry into the thoracic cavity.
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