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Activities that May Be Permanently Restricted Following a Discectomy

on May 5, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
A discectomy is a surgical procedure that removes part or all of a damaged spinal disc to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves and reduce back pain. It can be done as an open surgery or a minimally invasive microdiscectomy, depending on ...
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Worst-Case Scenarios with Bulging Discs

Bulging Discs: Understanding the Worst-Case Scenarios

on May 3, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
If you are dealing with a bulging disc, you are not alone. It is estimated that up to 80 percent of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives, and while a bulging disc can cause discomfort and limit mobility, it is ...
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Things You Need at Home After Having a Discectomy

Discectomy Recovery: Must-Have Items for Your Home

on May 1, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
If you have a herniated disc that causes pain, numbness, or weakness in your back, legs, hips, or feet, you may need discectomy surgery to remove the damaged part of the disc and relieve the pressure on the spinal nerves. A discectomy is a ...
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Foods to Avoid if You Have Sciatica

How to Eat Right for Sciatica: Foods to Avoid

on April 28, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Sciatica is a common type of pain that originates in the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back to the legs. This pain can range from mild to severe and can be debilitating, making it difficult to perform everyday activities. ...
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What Is the Most Serious Type of Herniated Disc?

Which Type of Herniated Disc Is Most Serious?

on April 26, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
A herniated disc is a common spinal condition that occurs when one of the discs that cushion the vertebrae (bones) of the spine bulges or ruptures and presses on a nearby nerve root. This can cause pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in ...
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What's the Likelihood of a Disc Reherniating After Surgery?

Understanding the Likelihood of Disc Reherniation After Surgery

on April 24, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
If you have undergone surgery to treat a herniated disc, you may be wondering about the likelihood of the disc reherniating. It is a valid concern, as the risk of reherniation can affect your recovery and long-term prognosis. This article ...
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Lumbar Discectomy Surgical Technique

Understanding Lumbar Discectomy: Surgical Techniques and Procedures

on April 21, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
A discectomy is a fairly common procedure performed to relieve nerve pressure or irritation. If a herniated disc requires this type of surgery, it will likely be in the lower back area, since this is where the most movement of the spine ...
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How to Break Up Scar Tissue Following Microdiscectomy Surgery

Treating Post-Microdiscectomy Issues Caused by Scar Tissue

on April 19, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Scar tissue development following any type of back surgery is perfectly normal. In fact, it is part of the healing process. However, it becomes a problem if the scar tissue irritates a nerve near the place where you had your ...
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Do Herniated Discs Hurt Constantly?

Do Herniated Discs Cause Constant Pain?

on April 17, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
A herniated disc is typically always present unless you reach the point where the patient needs surgery. When it comes to the potential symptoms someone might experience, there are times when a herniated disc is very noticeable and times ...
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What Does the Surgeon Use to Replace a Spinal Disc Following a Discectomy?

on April 15, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
The goal of discectomy surgery is to preserve as much of the spinal disc as possible. Even so, there may be times when the spine becomes unstable enough to require a replacement for the disc that was partially removed. However, the entire ...
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