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Can I Use an Elliptical Machine After Microdiscectomy Surgery?

Is Elliptical Use Okay Following a Microdiscectomy?

on May 22, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Microdiscectomy surgery is a common procedure that involves the removal of a small portion of a damaged disc in the spine. This type of surgery is often recommended for individuals who suffer from chronic back pain or sciatica due to ...
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How Long Should I Get Bed Rest After Having Surgery for a Herniated Disc?

Bed Rest Duration Following Spinal Disc Herniation Surgery

on May 12, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
If you have a herniated disc, also known as a slipped disc, you may experience severe pain and disability that affects your daily activities. A herniated disc occurs when the soft inner portion of the disc (nucleus) protrudes outside ...
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Can Lumbar Microdiscectomy Treat Degenerative Disc Disease?

Can Lumbar Microdiscectomy Surgery Be Used to Treat Degenerative Disc Disease?

on May 8, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a condition that affects the discs between the vertebrae in the spine. These discs act as shock absorbers and allow the spine to bend and twist. Over time, due to aging, injury, or other factors, the ...
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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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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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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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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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Do Patients Need PT After Discectomy Surgery?

Is Physical Therapy Necessary Following Discectomy Surgery?

on April 5, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
Physical therapy is often recommended after a patient has a spine-related surgical procedure. However, depending on the type of discectomy performed and the patient’s lifestyle and goals, physical therapy may or may not be required. Read ...
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When to Remove the Dressing After Having Microdiscectomy Surgery

When Can a Microdiscectomy Patient Remove the Surgical Dressing?

on March 29, 2023 | By The Barricaid Team
A microdiscectomy is a surgical procedure performed to remove a portion of a herniated disc in the spine. This surgery involves making a small incision in the back and using specialized tools to remove the herniated portion of the disc. ...
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