Comparison of Decompression and Surgery
Treatment Non-Invasive Safe Success Rate Painless
Spinal Decompression Yes Yes EXCELLENT YES
Laminectomy (Surgical Excision of Herniated Disc) NO Standard Surgical and Anesthesia Risks Depends on Severity of Condition and Skill of Surgeon NO
Discectomy (Surgical Removal of Diseased Disc) NO Standard Surgical and Anesthesia Risks Depends on Severity of Condition and Skill of Surgeon NO
IDET (intradiscal Electrothermal Treatment NO Standard Surgical and Anesthesia Risks Depends on Severity of Condition and Skill of Surgeon NO
Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression NO Minimal Surgical Risks Usually Good Mild
Do Nothing Yes Condition Usually Continues To Get Worse NONE: Can Have Very Poor Prognosis Very Painful, Not Advised