Cervical discectomy and fusion, lumbar discectomy, lumbar fusion, laminectomy, and kyphoplasty – are all examples of the most commonly performed spine surgeries to fix herniated discs, spinal stenosis, sciatica, pinched nerves, vertebral compression, and even scoliosis. All of these are major surgeries, therefore, there is a period of rehabilitation that patients need to undergo before making…
If you have had spine surgery, you want to start feeling normal again as quickly as possible. However, to get back to your normal activities, including your exercise routine, it’s essential to take a slow, steady and thoughtful approach. Physical therapy and exercise play a key role in rehabilitation after spine surgery. People who exercise…
By their very nature, surgeries always carry the potential risk of complications. Even with the ongoing advances in surgical technology and with the most highly skilled surgeon, a successful outcome isn’t always guaranteed. For spine surgery, for instance, the success rate remains at a conservative estimate of 50 percent, as it hinges on a variety…
