Cervical
Laminoplasty .
Cervical laminoplasty relieves pressure on the spinal cord by creating more space within the spinal canal — without fusing the vertebrae together. Dr. Yasmeh is among a small percentage of surgeons specifically trained in this motion-preserving alternative to cervical fusion.
Motion-preserving when possible.
Dr. Yasmeh selects the least-invasive option that addresses your specific anatomy and goals.
- What it is: Cervical laminoplasty relieves pressure on the spinal cord by creating more space within the spinal canal — without fusing the vertebrae together. Dr. Yasmeh is among a small percentage of surgeons specifically trained in this motion-preserving alternative to cervical fusion.
- Key benefits: Preserves motion at the operated levels; Effective for multi-level cervical stenosis and myelopathy; Avoids the risks and limitations of cervical fusion.
- Typical candidates: Multi-level cervical stenosis; Cervical myelopathy.
- Recovery: Most patients stay in the hospital 1–2 nights, wear a soft collar for the first few weeks, and begin a guided rehab program. Return to office work is typically possible within 2–4 weeks; full neck strength continues to improve over months.
Benefits of cervical laminoplasty
- Preserves motion at the operated levels
- Effective for multi-level cervical stenosis and myelopathy
- Avoids the risks and limitations of cervical fusion
- Reduces pressure on the spinal cord
- Lower risk of adjacent-segment disease
Typical candidates
Dr. Yasmeh considers cervical laminoplasty for patients with:
- Multi-level cervical stenosis
- Cervical myelopathy
- Ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL)
- Patients who want to preserve neck motion
- Patients seeking an alternative to multi-level fusion
Every surgical decision starts with imaging review, a careful physical exam, and a candid conversation about goals — surgical and non-surgical options are always discussed together.
What recovery looks like
Most patients stay in the hospital 1–2 nights, wear a soft collar for the first few weeks, and begin a guided rehab program. Return to office work is typically possible within 2–4 weeks; full neck strength continues to improve over months.
About cervical laminoplasty.
- Candidacy depends on your specific diagnosis, imaging, prior treatments, overall health, and goals. Dr. Yasmeh evaluates each patient individually and only recommends a procedure when it's a clear fit.
- Most patients stay in the hospital 1–2 nights, wear a soft collar for the first few weeks, and begin a guided rehab program. Return to office work is typically possible within 2–4 weeks; full neck strength continues to improve over months. Dr. Yasmeh and his team coordinate your post-operative therapy, follow-up imaging, and return-to-activity plan.
- Dr. Yasmeh consults at all four offices (East LA, Glendale, Santa Fe Springs, Tarzana) and performs surgery at affiliated hospitals and surgery centers. The surgical location is chosen based on procedure, your insurance, and convenience.
- Absolutely. Dr. Yasmeh welcomes second opinions and routinely reviews outside imaging and records before any surgical decision.
When Dr. Yasmeh recommends this procedure
Find out if cervical laminoplasty is right for you.
Same-week consultations. Four Greater LA offices. Most insurance accepted.