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Why a Lumbar Discectomy May Be Recommended

A common spine operation, a lumbar discectomy is a lower back procedure often recommended if more conservative treatments are not effective. For many patients, the long-term benefits are worth it when it comes to lower back spinal disc ...
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Recommended Exercises for Patients Following Microdiscectomy Surgery

It is important to strengthen spinal muscles following a microdiscectomy. Post-operative exercise also benefits patients by increasing the production of hormones that naturally relieve pain, which minimizes reliance on post-surgery ...
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What Is the Typical Recovery Period Following a Lumbar Discectomy?

The most common place to have a herniated spinal disc is in the lower back area. If you have a herniated disc, you may eventually reach a point where your doctor recommends surgery, which often means having a lumbar discectomy. With any ...
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How Long Can Numbness Due to a Herniated Disc Last?

If you are living with a herniated spinal disc, it is safe to assume you want any resulting discomfort to go away as soon as possible. This is especially true if you have issues with radiating nerve pain and/or numbness that extends to the ...
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What Side Effects May Occur with a Lumbar Discectomy?

Many patients respond well to lumbar discectomy surgery. In fact, spinal disc surgery generally has a fairly high success rate. This is certainly good news if you will be having this particular procedure in the near future. However, there ...
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Is Sciatic Pain Following a Microdiscectomy Normal?

Since the dawn of the new century, spinal surgery has become much more reliable. In fact, it is now considered rare for patients to have serious complications, although success rates vary based on the specific type of surgery. The good ...
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Important Details About Lumbar Discectomy Surgery

The impact of movements made throughout the day often affect the lower back. For this reason, it is not unusual for spinal discs in the lower back area to become herniated. If you have a herniated disc, your doctor may recommend lumbar ...
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Causes of Hip Pain Following a Discectomy

It is not usual for patients to experience some degree of discomfort after having discectomy surgery. While this discomfort is usually within the lower spine area, it sometimes extends to the hips. If this is what you are experiencing, ...
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Common Sciatica Triggers

Sciatica is one of the most commonly experienced sources of lower back and radiating nerve pain. It can also be triggered by many different sources. Understanding what tends to trigger your sciatica is a good way to improve your results ...
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What Is the Maximum Time It Can Take for a Herniated Disc to Heal?

Some patients with herniated spinal discs may not even know their disc has herniated if symptoms are mild or moderate—or not present at all. Typically, herniated discs heal within a few weeks. However, there are times when a herniated ...
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