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Is My Herniated Disc Serious?

How Serious Are Herniated Discs?

on July 8, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team
It is estimated about 2 percent of people experience issues with a herniated disc (also commonly known as a "slipped disc" or “ruptured disc”) each year. More often than not, spinal disc issues of this nature are not serious enough to ...
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Bending Risks After Discectomy Surgery

What Are the Risks of Bending after Discectomy Surgery?

on July 6, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team
The goal of a discectomy for most patients is to get back to a point where normal activities and movements can be safely done without noticeable discomfort. With that being said, there are some reasonable precautions you should take as you ...
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Do Patients Normally Experience Leg Pain After Discectomy Surgery?

Is Leg Pain Following a Discectomy Normal?

on July 4, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team
A discectomy is a fairly common procedure if you have pain caused by a herniated disc that is not responding well to other treatments. As is the case with any type of operation, some degree of postoperative pain is to be expected after ...
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What Are the Surgery Options for Alleviating Sciatica Pain?

Surgical Options for Pain Due to Sciatica

on June 27, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team
Whether or not surgery is recommended or appropriate for sciatica depends on the cause of this type of nerve-related irritation and the severity of the discomfort. If the source is a herniated disc in the lower back area, the most common ...
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How Often Do Herniated Discs Require Surgery?

How Often Is Surgery Necessary for Herniated Discs?

on June 24, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team
It is often possible to treat or manage the symptoms associated with a herniated disc without surgery. While it is rarely a first recommendation, for some people, surgery may be required. According to research cited by Harvard Health, ...
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Are Flare-Ups Common After Microdiscectomy Surgery?

Is It Normal to Have Flare-Ups Following Microdiscectomy?

on June 22, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team
Since a microdiscectomy is a herniated disc treatment performed with minimally invasive techniques that include smaller incisions, patients often have fewer issues with post-surgery discomfort. However, nerve roots are still sensitive ...
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Do You Need Fusion Surgery with a Discectomy?

Does a Discectomy Require Fusion Surgery?

on June 20, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team
It was once common for a discectomy to be combined with a spinal fusion, since the affected disc was often completely removed. However, today there is an effort made to remove only as much disc material as necessary to relieve nerve ...
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Are Microdiscectomies Minimally Invasive?

Is a Microdiscectomy a Minimally Invasive Procedure?

on June 17, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team
A microdiscectomy is a surgical approach to nerve decompression related to a herniated disc, usually in the lower back area. It is also considered one of the most common minimally invasive spine-related procedures performed today. This ...
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Does Sitting Worsen Herniated Discs?

Can Sitting Make a Herniated Disc Worse?

on June 15, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team
Along with excessive reaching, stretching, and bending, sitting can aggravate the symptoms of a herniated disc (sometimes referred to as a “ruptured” or “bulging” disc) for some people. This does not mean you cannot actually sit ...
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What's the Size of an Incision in a Discectomy Surgery?

How Large Are the Incisions Made during Discectomies?

on June 13, 2022 | By The Barricaid Team
Similar to other spine surgeries, a discectomy requires an incision to be made in order to access the affected area. The size of the incision varies based on the surgical approach recommended for the procedure. To give you a better idea of ...
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