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Can You Be Awake for a Discectomy?

on February 28, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

A discectomy, a surgical procedure aimed at relieving pain caused by a herniated disc, can significantly enhance a patient’s quality of life. Discectomies have traditionally been performed under general anesthesia, but advances in medical ...

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 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Is Microdiscectomy Better than Discectomy?

on January 26, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

Microdiscectomy vs Discectomy: Which One Is Right for You? When it comes to treating debilitating back pain caused by herniated discs, the choice between microdiscectomy and traditional discectomy is a pivotal decision. Each method has its ...

What Is an Alternative to Microdiscectomy?

on January 15, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

Endoscopic Discectomy: Exploring Alternatives to Microdiscectomy If you suffer from a herniated disc, you may have heard of microdiscectomy as a possible treatment option. Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgery that involves ...

How Much Bone Is Removed during Microdiscectomy?

on January 10, 2024 | By The Barricaid Team

Microdiscectomy and Bone Removal: What You Need to Know Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgery that removes part or all of a herniated disc that is pressing on a nerve and causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the back, ...

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