Herniated Disc – Non-Traumatic Discectomy – A More in Depth Look Into
Last Updated on Monday, 1 February 2010 07:24 Written by admin Monday, 1 February 2010 07:23
The majority of people diagnosed with a herniated disc will not have to be subjected to surgery. Those that pass the qualifications for a surgery will be given surgical options. The more traditional open back surgery is not as common today because of the risks involved, as well as the longer recovery time and hospitalization requirement.
The non-traumatic surgeries available for people require a less invasive incision. Because of this, the recovery time is almost immediate and requires no hospital time. In fact, most people will go home the same day and will only require a band-aid over the incision.
Herniated Disc – Traumatic Verses Non-Traumatic Discectomy
Last Updated on Monday, 1 February 2010 07:16 Written by admin Monday, 1 February 2010 07:16
The majority of the people who are diagnosed with a herniated disc are not in need of surgery. Only about 10% of people diagnosed with a herniated disc will need to seek surgical options to relieve their pain. The purpose for herniated disc surgery is to decrease the pain and allow the patient to move and function as normally as possible.
A doctor will consider the following before he/she makes a decision to operate:
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