Spinal Disorders Other Problem

Spinal fusion involves fusing two or more vertebrae, eliminating motion between them. The techniques employed mimic the normal healing process of the bones. It is usually recommended for the correction of spinal deformities such as scoliosis and for the treatment of spinal instability or weakness. It is usually a safe procedure but like any other surgery, some risks are involved. The usual risks involved are:

• Infection at the site of surgery
• Poor wound healing
• Bleeding or blood clots
• Damage to the blood vessels or nerves around the spine

The recovery after a spinal fusion surgery takes usually long. But the patient needs to stay only for around 10 days in India. Out of these, 2-4 days hospital stay is required.

Spinal decompression surgery is done to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or one or more compressed nerve roots that pass through or exit the spinal column. It is generally done to treat spinal radiculopathy, myelopathy and claudication. It is usually a safe procedure but like any other surgery, some risks are involved. The usual risks involved are:

• Infection at the site of surgery
• Poor wound healing
• Bleeding or blood clots
• Damage to the blood vessels or nerves around the spine

The recovery after a spinal decompression surgery takes usually long. But the patient needs to stay only for around 10 days in India. Out of these, 2-4 days hospital stay is required.

The main treatment approach for spinal tumor is surgical removal of the tumor. It may be benign or malignant. The usual symptoms are:

• Pain in the neck or back
• Tingling or numbness in limbs
• Bowel and bladder function changes

The types of surgeries that can be employed include:

• Kyphoplasty
• Vertebroplasty

Open surgery options include:

• Spinal stabilization surgery
• Spinal decompression surgery
• Stereotactic radiosurgery

Surgical option remains the best option to treat spinal tumors. The treatment outcome depends on the type and extent of tumor.

Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spinal cord is compressed due to the narrowing of the spinal column. The treatment options include self-care remedies, physical therapy, medications, injections and surgery.