The spine is the structure that supports your back. Spine problems are painful & have a direct impact on an Individual’s physical stability and quality of life if ignored. Nowadays Spine surgery has become very advanced and safe too but do you need it or not is Still a question mark for many. What is more dangerous than the surgery itself is unawareness of certain facts. I have shared 10 different facts about spine surgery and hope you will find it useful :
1. Very few patients need spine surgery.
2. Rehabilitation is the first choice of treatment.
3. True indication for spine surgery is the only weakness in lower limbs or bladder bowel involvement.
4. Surgery done for sciatic pain is a relative indication.
5. Most of the time pain gets better with medications and rest.
6. Open large incision surgeries have very limited indications in Spine surgery.
7. With the advancement of technology minimal invasive surgery is the treatment of choice.
8. Microscopic surgery is far different from endoscopic surgery.
9. Endoscopic surgery has many different types.
10. All types of surgeries have only one common aim- to decompress the spinal nerves.
Disclaimer: The information provided here should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. The information is provided solely for educational purpose and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice.
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