Specialists in minimally invasive spine surgery
Our team of neurosurgeons, affiliated with Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, has extensive experience in lumbar spine surgery, cervical spine surgery, and advanced techniques such as endoscopic spine surgery (both uniportal and biportal). By using intraoperative navigation, surgical microscopy and endoscopy, and robotic spine surgery, we are able to treat complex spine conditions through highly precise and less invasive procedures.
Suffering from chronic neck or back pain?
Our spine surgery specialists can help you find the most suitable treatment, using minimally invasive techniques that ensure a faster recovery and maximum safety.
How can we help you?
We treat a wide range of spinal conditions in both adults and older patients, with special focus on complex cases or those previously operated on:
LUMBAR AND CERVICAL DISC HERNIATION
SPINAL CANAL STENOSIS
RADICULOPATHY
CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN CAUSED BY DISC DEGENERATION
SPONDYLOLISTHESIS AND SPINAL INSTABILITY
SCOLIOSIS AND SPINAL DEFORMITIES
VERTEBRAL FRACTURES
FAILED BACK SURGERY SYNDROME (POST-LAMINECTOMY)
SPINAL TUMOURS OR INFECTIONS
How do we help you?
We offer advanced surgical techniques tailored to the affected spinal region and each patient's needs. Whenever possible, we prioritise minimally invasive spine surgery, which allows for quicker recovery, less postoperative pain, and minimal disruption to surrounding tissues.
Although both are part of the spinal axis, cervical spine surgery (neck area) and lumbar spine surgery (lower back) require different surgical approaches.
Cervical spine surgery
Recommended for herniated discs, spinal stenosis or nerve compression affecting the spinal cord or cervical roots. Common techniques include:
- ANTERIOR CERVICAL DISCECTOMY AND FUSION (ACDF)
- CERVICAL ARTHROPLASTY WITH PROSTHESIS
- POSTERIOR DECOMPRESSION
- POSTERIOR FUSION ANS PSUDOARTHROSIS REVISION (FAILED SURGERY) USING MISS IMPLANTS SUCH AS D-TRAX OR SHARKCAGE
- POSTERIOR ENDOSCOPIC DISECTOMY
Lumbar spine surgery
Indicated for chronic low back pain, sciatica, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or instability. The most frequent procedures include:
- ENSODCOPIC LUMBAR MICRODISCECTOMY
- MISS FUSION WITH SCREWS AND RODS
- ENDOSCOPIC SPINE. SURGERY (DISC-FX, UNIPORTAL AND BIPOLAR TECHNIQUES)
- FFX (ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL PEDICLE SCREWS)
- REVISION SURGERIES OR DEFORMITY CORRECTION USING MISS TECHNIQUES
Why choose our expert spine surgery team?

Spine surgery experts
Surgeons with extensive experience in complex and revision spine surgery, recognised nationally and internationally.

State-of-the-art technology
Use of endoscopic spine surgery, 3D navigation, robotic-assisted surgery and intraoperative monitoring.

Minimal scarring and faster recovery
Thanks to minimally invasive spine surgery, patients experience less pain, faster healing, and a nearly invisible spine surgery scar.

Multidisciplinary unit
In close collaboration with Rehabilitation, Radiology, Rheumatology, and Orthopaedic surgery and traumatology at barnaclínic+, all services trained by professionals from the Hospital Clínic de Barcelona.

Personalised spine surgery
Every treatment is adapted to the patient's anatomy, lifestyle, and expectations.
Persistent back or neck pain? Have you been diagnosed with a spinal condition and want a second opinion?
Our spine surgery specialists can help you find the best treatment option, from conservative approaches to biportal endoscopic spine surgery.
FAQ about spine surgery
When is spine surgery recommended?
Spine surgery is recommended when there are conditions such as disc herniation, spinal stenosis, vertebral instability or spinal deformities (e.g. scoliosis) that do not respond to conservative treatment. If pain persists for more than 3-6 months or there are neurological symptoms (such as loss of strength or sensation), surgery may be necessary.
What types of spine surgery are available?
There are different types depending on the location and nature of the condition:
· Lumbar spine surgery: Performed on the lower back. Common in cases of low back pain, disc herniation or lumbar stenosis.
· Cervical spine surgery: Focused on the neck area, often used to treat cervicobrachialgia or myelopathy.
· Endoscopic spine surgery: A minimally invasive technique that uses small incisions, causes less pain, and speeds up recovery.
· Revision spine surgery: For patients who have previously undergone spine surgery and now present new lesions or complications.
What is endoscopic spine surgery?
Endoscopic spine surgery is a minimally invasive technique used to treat disc herniation, spinal stenosis, or nerve compression through a small incision. A camera and specialised instruments are used to access and treat the condition with minimal damage to surrounding tissues. There are uniportal and biportal techniques, each with specific indications.
What are the benefits of minimally invasive spine surgery?
Minimally invasive spine surgery offers several advantages:
· Less trauma to tissues
· Reduced postoperative pain
· Less bleeding
· Shorter hospital stays
· Faster recovery
· Smaller, more aesthetic spine surgery scars
These techniques include microsurgery, endoscopy, surgical navigation, and percutaneous devices such as Disc-FX, FFX, or D-Trax/Sharkcage.
What is recovery like after lumbar spine surgery?
Recovery after lumbar spine surgery, especially with minimally invasive techniques, is usually quick. Most patients can walk the same day or the day after surgery. Physical effort should be avoided during the first few weeks, and a rehabilitation programme is recommended. Return to work depends on job type, but typically occurs within 2 to 6 weeks.
Will spine surgery leave a scar?
Yes, as with any surgery. However, current techniques aim to minimise the spine surgery scar. In endoscopic or percutaneous procedures, incisions are just a few millimetres long and barely visible once healed, improving aesthetic results and reducing the risk of infection or postoperative fibrosis.
Is non-invasive spine surgery safe?
Yes. So-called non-invasive spine surgery techniques, such as intradiscal radiofrequency (Disc-FX), endoscopic spine surgery or vertebroplasty, are safe and effective in carefully selected patients. These procedures are usually performed under local anaesthesia or sedation and allow for rapid return to daily activities.
Who performs spine surgery at barnaclínic+?
The Endoscopic/MISS Spine Surgery Unit at barnaclínic+ is led by neurosurgeons from Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, specialists in minimally invasive cervical and lumbar spine surgery, endoscopic spine surgery and revision cases. The team is made up of Dr. Josep González and Dr. Jorge Torales, who have extensive experience in managing complex spine conditions and using the latest surgical technologies.
EXPERT TEAM IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE SPINE SURGERY
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