Abstract
The ideal surgical treatment of cervical radiculopathy remains controversial. Recent reports from orthopedic surgeons in Japan recommend microscopic posterior foraminotomy. We observed a case of cervical spondylotic radiculopathy treated with microscopic posterior foraminotomy. This technique has several advantages, such as preservation of cervical motion, no need for external bracing, and a lower risk of complications. Careful patient selection and microsurgical technique is essential in obtaining consistent and excellent results. Here we report the details of surgical technique and the procedure for this treatment.
