New keyhole surgery could ease neck pain without big incisions

This study tests a new, less invasive surgery called Posterior Uniportal Endoscopic Cervical Decompression for people with cervical spinal stenosis—a condition that pinches nerves in the neck, causing pain, numbness, or weakness. The surgery uses a small incision and a tiny camera to relieve pressure on the spine. Researchers will track 50 patients in Mexico over 12 months to see if the procedure improves nerve function and reduces disability, with the goal of offering a safer alternative to traditional open surgery.