Failed Back Surgery? There's Still Hope
Monroe: (318) 323-7246 Shreveport: (318) 828-1517
Post-Surgery Relief

Failed Back
Surgery Syndrome

Still in pain after back surgery? You're not alone. Dr. Gregory Mayfield has 31+ years of experience helping patients find relief when surgery didn't work.

Call Monroe: (318) 323-7246 Call Shreveport: (318) 828-1517

You're Not Alone

Studies show that 10-40% of patients who undergo back surgery continue to experience pain or develop new pain afterward. This is called Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS), and there are still options for relief.

Symptoms

Signs of Failed Back Surgery Syndrome

Persistent or recurring back pain
New pain different from before surgery
Leg pain that continues or returns
Limited mobility after surgery
Numbness or tingling
Muscle weakness
Difficulty sitting or standing
Need for ongoing pain medication
Causes

Why Surgery Doesn't Always Work

Incomplete decompression of nerve
Scar tissue formation (epidural fibrosis)
Adjacent segment disease
Spinal instability
Recurrent disc herniation
Surgical complications
Questions

FBSS FAQs

What is Failed Back Surgery Syndrome?
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS), also called post-laminectomy syndrome, refers to persistent or new pain after spinal surgery. It affects 10-40% of patients who undergo back surgery and can be caused by various factors.
Can chiropractic help after failed back surgery?
Yes. Many patients find relief through conservative treatments like chiropractic care and spinal decompression, even after surgery failed to help. These approaches address issues surgery may have missed or new problems that developed.
Is spinal decompression safe after surgery?
In many cases, yes. However, we carefully evaluate each patient to determine if decompression is appropriate. Some surgical procedures may be contraindications. We review your surgical history before recommending any treatment.

There's Still Hope

Surgery isn't always the answer—and it doesn't have to be your last option. Schedule a consultation to explore non-surgical alternatives.

Schedule Consultation

Monroe Office

1400 Royal Ave, Monroe, LA 71201

Mon-Thu: 8am-5:30pm, Fri: 8am-2pm

(318) 323-7246

Shreveport Office

2219 Line Ave, Shreveport, LA 71104

Mon-Thu: 8am-5:30pm, Fri: 8am-2pm

(318) 828-1517