Spinal surgery

L4-5, L5-S1 Laminectomy and Spinal Fusion Surgery : Medical Chart- this is the closest to what surgery I will be having

Want to learn more about cervical spine surgery? Explore the options for treating neck pain, spinal surgery, and the recovery process. Find tips on post-surgery care, pain relief, and improving mobility after surgery.

Spinal compression fracture. Computer illustration showing a compression fracture (centre, red cracks) of the vertebral body of one of the vertebra (blocks of bone).

Read on to learn more about loose screws after spinal fusion and how to reduce your risk of back surgery complications.

Yoga with spinal fusion considerations

I’m a week post L4/L5 laminectomy and decompression surgery. I’ve been home from hospital for 5 days and the road to recovery has begun. Well sort of. I really feel like I’m still…

Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure that restores the movement and stability of the spine. It fuses two or more vertebrae to let them heal as one bone. The surgery is effective in eliminating painful motion in the cervical region (neck), thoracic region (middle back), and lumbar region (lower back). Although the surgery has an 80 to 90% success rate, some people look for different spinal fusion alternatives to treat their condition.

Gary Ruane II had numbness in his hands. Then he experienced intense neck pain. Something called pseudoarthrosis contributed to his pain.

2 1/2 month post-op X-ray of my spinal fusion!

Spinal Fusion Surgery

Back or spine surgery is common for most athletes, and contrary to what most people believe, undergoing spine surgery doesn’t put your athletic career to an end. Read more about if you need spine surgery and what that might mean.

Any injury to the spine can significantly impact the rest of the body parts. Spinal injuries primarily affect the neck, causing chronic neck pain and even paralysis in the worst cases. The exact impact of the injury depends on various factors, such as which area of the spine is injured. The part of the spine in the neck region is called the cervical spine. It is composed of 7 vertebrae, from C1 to C7. The C7 is located at the bottom of the neck, followed by C5 and C6 in the lower neck.

Dr Ashish Dagar is a well-reputed Spine Surgeon with rich hands-on experience in his speciality. He is an expert in Spinal Deformity Correction Surgeries and has a keen interest in Minimal Invasive and Endoscopic Spine Surgeries. He is a brilliant academician with numerous publications in national and international peer-reviewed scientific journals. https://www.ckbhospital.com/

Want to know more about multilevel spinal fusion surgery? Discover how this procedure helps treat spinal pain, improves mobility, and enhances post-surgery recovery for those suffering from severe back pain or spinal conditions.

In recent years, spine surgery has become more prevalent and is often seen as a quick fix for back or neck pain. However, it is important to consider the potential risks of spine surgery and the complications associated with these invasive procedures.

We look at 34 Medellín frequently asked questions (FAQ) asked by expats visiting Medellín, living in the city and asked by Medellin Guru readers.

Congenital scoliosis is a condition present at birth wherein a spinal deformity leads to the development of a sideways curvature, or result in twisting or rotation of the spine pulling the ribs along with it and forming a multidimensional curve.

The majority of people with spinal stenosis are over the age of 50. Although degenerative changes can develop spinal stenosis in younger people, typically additional causes need to be considered.