At a glance
- Primary procedure: Endoscopic ULBD
- Condition: Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Recovery timeline: 3 weeks
- Occupation: Retired Teacher
- Location: Secunderabad
Endoscopic ULBD
Walking Without Support After ULBD Spine Decompression
Treated June 2025 • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Priya M. • Age 62-68 • Secunderabad
“Before surgery I couldn't walk beyond 50 metres. At 3 weeks, I was strolling in the park with my grandchildren.”
Case overview
- Diagnosis: Lumbar canal stenosis at L3-L4 with neurogenic claudication
- Symptoms: Burning leg pain, limited walking tolerance, right leg numbness
- Pre-operative work-up: MRI + nerve conduction studies
Procedure highlights
- Endoscopic unilateral laminotomy with bilateral decompression
- Minimal blood loss (40 ml); no drains required
- No fusion performed, preserving spinal stability
Outcome & follow-up
- Discharged on post-op day 2
- Walking endurance 1.5 km at 4 weeks
- ODI (Oswestry Disability Index) improved from 58 to 18 at 6 weeks
- Continues home physiotherapy programme focusing on core strength
Measured Outcomes
- Standing tolerance improved from 2 to 20 minutes
- Leg pain resolved by week 4
- Walking endurance improved to 1.5 km