What To Expect From A Herniated Disc Procedure
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Article Title: What To Expect From A Herniated Disc Procedure
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If it has been recommended to you that you undergo a herniated disc procedure to treat your pain, it is extremely important that you are comfortable with your diagnosis, have explored all of your other treatment options, and know what to expect from the procedure both in terms of preparation, the surgery itself, and your post-operative recovery. Having all of the information at your fingertips can give you much-needed peace of mind that you are making the right decision for your body and deliver the proper expectations for the treatment. So when might you need a herniated disc procedure?
A herniated disc occurs when a tear develops on the outer wall (annulus fibrosus) of an intervertebral disc in the spinal column, allowing the inner disc material (nucleus pulposus) to seep into the spinal canal. In most cases, if you are experiencing symptoms as a result of a herniated disc, it isn�t because of the disc tear itself, but rather that the herniated disc material has come in contact with a nerve root or even the spinal cord itself. This can lead to chronic pain near the site of the compression, as well as a variety of other symptoms, including traveling pain along the nerve, diminished reflexes, numbness and tingling in the extremities, and other similar ailments.
The goal, then, of a herniated disc procedure is relatively simple: to remove the cause of the patient�s discomfort. This can be accomplished several different ways, ranging from removing just the herniated disc material to excising the entire disc.
For instance, in the past, when a patient needed a herniated disc procedure, their only real option was to undergo spinal fusion surgery, wherein the intervertebral disc is removed, replaced with a bone graft, and the affected vertebrae are permanently immobilized. The problem with this type of treatment is that it is extremely invasive and requires a lengthy recovery and rehabilitation period in order to regain full strength. Now, this type of procedure still has its advantages, particularly if the overall stability of your spinal column is at risk, but with recent advantages in endoscopic technology, it is no longer the only option available.
In recent years, the advancement of minimally invasive spine procedures has taken the industry by storm and represents a compelling alternative to open spine surgery. These procedures are usually completed in an outpatient environment and are far less invasive than traditional operations. Rather than cutting through muscle and other tissue in order to gain access to the spine, an endoscopic procedure entails the insertion of a small tube into the spinal column, through which instruments are inserted. This tube actually pushes aside tissue, which limits collateral damage to the back or neck, reduces scar tissue, and also limits the risk for infection or hemorrhaging.
Regardless of the type of herniated disc procedure you schedule, however, it is extremely important to follow your doctor�s precise instructions for the days leading up to and following the procedure. Understanding what activities to avoid and what you can do to help the healing process can make all of the difference in the world and be the difference between a successful procedure and one that leads to failed back surgery syndrome.
About The Author: Patrick Foote is the Director of eBusiness at Laser Spine Institute, the leader in endoscopic spine surgery. Laser Spine Institute specializes in offering a herniated disc procedure that conducted on an outpatient basis. http://www.laserspineinstitute.com/herniated_disc/procedure
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If it has been recommended to you that you undergo a herniated disc procedure to treat your pain, it is extremely important that you are comfortable with your diagnosis, have explored all of your other treatment options, and know what to expect from the procedure both in terms of preparation, the surgery itself, and your post-operative recovery. Having all of the information at your fingertips can give you much-needed peace of mind that you are making the right decision for your body and deliver the proper expectations for the treatment. So when might you need a herniated disc procedure?
A herniated disc occurs when a tear develops on the outer wall (annulus fibrosus) of an intervertebral disc in the spinal column, allowing the inner disc material (nucleus pulposus) to seep into the spinal canal. In most cases, if you are experiencing symptoms as a result of a herniated disc, it isn�t because of the disc tear itself, but rather that the herniated disc material has come in contact with a nerve root or even the spinal cord itself. This can lead to chronic pain near the site of the compression, as well as a variety of other symptoms, including traveling pain along the nerve, diminished reflexes, numbness and tingling in the extremities, and other similar ailments.
The goal, then, of a herniated disc procedure is relatively simple: to remove the cause of the patient�s discomfort. This can be accomplished several different ways, ranging from removing just the herniated disc material to excising the entire disc.
For instance, in the past, when a patient needed a herniated disc procedure, their only real option was to undergo spinal fusion surgery, wherein the intervertebral disc is removed, replaced with a bone graft, and the affected vertebrae are permanently immobilized. The problem with this type of treatment is that it is extremely invasive and requires a lengthy recovery and rehabilitation period in order to regain full strength. Now, this type of procedure still has its advantages, particularly if the overall stability of your spinal column is at risk, but with recent advantages in endoscopic technology, it is no longer the only option available.
In recent years, the advancement of minimally invasive spine procedures has taken the industry by storm and represents a compelling alternative to open spine surgery. These procedures are usually completed in an outpatient environment and are far less invasive than traditional operations. Rather than cutting through muscle and other tissue in order to gain access to the spine, an endoscopic procedure entails the insertion of a small tube into the spinal column, through which instruments are inserted. This tube actually pushes aside tissue, which limits collateral damage to the back or neck, reduces scar tissue, and also limits the risk for infection or hemorrhaging.
Regardless of the type of herniated disc procedure you schedule, however, it is extremely important to follow your doctor�s precise instructions for the days leading up to and following the procedure. Understanding what activities to avoid and what you can do to help the healing process can make all of the difference in the world and be the difference between a successful procedure and one that leads to failed back surgery syndrome.
About The Author: Patrick Foote is the Director of eBusiness at Laser Spine Institute, the leader in endoscopic spine surgery. Laser Spine Institute specializes in offering a herniated disc procedure that conducted on an outpatient basis. http://www.laserspineinstitute.com/herniated_disc/procedure
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