Outpatient Spine Surgery

If you’re facing back or neck pain that requires surgery, you don’t always have to stay overnight in the hospital. Today, many spine procedures can be performed safely in an outpatient setting. At Banner Health, our spine specialists use advanced, minimally invasive techniques so you can go home the same day and start your recovery in the comfort of your own space. 

What is outpatient spine surgery? 

Outpatient spine surgery is a procedure performed at a hospital or surgery center that does not require an overnight stay. In the past, most spine surgeries were done in an inpatient setting. Advances in technology and minimally invasive surgical methods now allow many procedures to be performed on an outpatient basis. 

Benefits of outpatient spine surgery include: 

• Faster recovery: Smaller incisions mean less pain, fewer complications and a quicker return to daily activities. 
• Lower cost: Outpatient procedures are often less expensive than inpatient surgery. 
• Comfortable environment: Many patients prefer the quieter setting of an outpatient surgery center compared to a hospital stay. 

Common outpatient spine procedures at Banner Health 

The right treatment plan depends on your condition and overall health. Your doctor will talk with you about your options and recommend the safest, most effective approach. 

Some of the most common outpatient spine procedures available at Banner Health include: 

• Neuroelectrode implantation: Placing tiny electrodes through the skin to help manage chronic pain. 
• Neurostimulator pulse generator placement or replacement: Inserting or updating a small device that delivers mild electrical signals to the spinal cord, helping reduce pain. 
• Minimally invasive decompression or discectomy procedures (when appropriate): Relieving pressure on spinal nerves caused by herniated discs or narrowing of the spinal canal. 

Why choose Banner Health for spine surgery? 

At Banner Health hospitals and surgery centers, you’ll be supported by a multidisciplinary team of experts who are committed to providing safe, effective, and compassionate care. From diagnosis through recovery, we’ll work with you to reduce pain, restore mobility and help you return to the activities you enjoy. 

Don’t let back or spine pain hold you back. Schedule an appointment with your doctor to discuss your symptoms, explore treatment options and see if outpatient spine surgery is right for you.