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What Is the Success Rate of a Revision Discectomy?

on February 23, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

Dealing with persistent back pain can be a daunting journey, and for many, a revision discectomy emerges as a potential solution. This surgical procedure is often considered when a primary discectomy fails to provide lasting relief. A ...

What Does a Ruptured Disc Feel Like in the Lower Back?

on February 21, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

How to Recognize a Ruptured Disc in the Lower Back A ruptured disc, also known as a herniated or slipped disc, is a common condition that affects the spine. It occurs when one of the discs that cushion the vertebrae (the bones of the ...

What Are the Worst Days after Lumbar Back Surgery?

on February 19, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

Navigating the Toughest Days Following Lumbar Back Surgery Lumbar back surgery is a major procedure that can relieve chronic lower back pain and improve your quality of life. However, it also comes with some challenges and risks, ...

How Do You Get Back in Shape after a Microdiscectomy?

on February 16, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

How to Exercise Safely after a Microdiscectomy A microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgery that removes part or all of a herniated disc from the spine. It can relieve pain, numbness, and weakness in the lower back and legs. However, ...

What Replaces the Disc after Discectomy?

on February 14, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

A discectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing part or all of a spinal disc that is pressing on a nerve root or the spinal cord. This can relieve pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the affected area. While the removal ...

Does a Herniated Disc Hurt All the Time?

on February 12, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

Living with a herniated disc can be a challenging experience, impacting your daily life and overall wellbeing. One common question individuals with this condition often ask is “Does a herniated disc hurt all the time?” In this article you ...

Should You Avoid a Microdiscectomy?

on February 9, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

A microdiscectomy is a surgical procedure that removes a small portion of a herniated disc that is pressing on a nerve root in the spine. It is a minimally invasive technique that uses a microscope and tiny instruments to access the disc ...

How Successful Is Back Surgery for Sciatica?

on February 7, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

Sciatica is a condition that causes pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. It occurs when the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower spine to the feet, is compressed or irritated by a herniated disc, ...

Is It Better to Sleep in a Recliner or a Bed after Discectomy?

on February 5, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

A discectomy is a surgical procedure that removes part or all of a damaged disc from the spine. It can relieve pain, numbness, and weakness caused by a herniated or bulging disc. However, recovering from a discectomy can take several weeks ...

How Do I Know if My Back Pain Is a Herniated Disc or a Muscle?

on February 2, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

Back pain is a common problem that can have many causes. Sometimes it can be difficult to tell what is causing your back pain and whether you need to see a doctor. One possible cause of back pain is a herniated disc, also known as a ...

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