Spine surgery involves surgical intervention for conditions of the spinal column and spinal cord that have not responded to conservative treatment. Spine surgeons perform procedures including discectomy, laminectomy, spinal fusion, disc replacement, and correction of spinal deformities such as scoliosis.
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Spine surgery is considered when conservative treatments fail to provide relief and symptoms include progressive neurological deficits, severe pain affecting quality of life, spinal instability, cauda equina syndrome, or spinal cord compression requiring decompression.
Common spine surgeries include microdiscectomy for herniated discs, laminectomy for spinal stenosis, spinal fusion to stabilize unstable vertebrae, artificial disc replacement, scoliosis correction, and vertebroplasty for compression fractures.
Minimally invasive spine surgery uses small incisions, tubular retractors, and microscopic or endoscopic visualization to perform procedures with less muscle damage, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery compared to open surgery.
Recovery varies by procedure. Microdiscectomy patients may resume light activities within two to four weeks. Spinal fusion recovery takes three to six months for full activity. Physical therapy is essential for optimal recovery regardless of the procedure.
Yes, online spine surgery consultations are valuable for reviewing MRI and CT reports, discussing whether surgery is appropriate, understanding the different surgical options, and evaluating risks and expected outcomes before making a decision.