Axial Symptoms After En Bloc Cervical Laminoplasty

Abstract

Eighty-two patients were evaluated after cervical laminoplasty to explore measures that could minimize future postoperative axial complaints. Patients were divided into two groups: Group A--severe postoperative axial symptoms, and Group B--mild axial complaints. Japanese Orthopaedic Association outcomes scores were similar for the two groups. Radiologic studies demonstrated greater restriction of range of motion in Group A patients who had undergone longer and more extensive surgical procedures.