Lumbar Spinal Decompression Surgery

Lumbar decompression surgery is a type of surgery used to treat compressed nerves in the lower (lumbar) spine. It’s only recommended when non-surgical treatments haven’t helped. The surgery aims to improve symptoms such as persistent pain and numbness in the legs caused by pressure on the nerves in the spine.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recovery time for spinal decompression surgery?

The clinical findings of the patient such as numbness, pain and loss of motor power, differ from patient to patient. The sooner the patient decides for surgery, the beter result can be achieved, but if the surgery is delayed, it may be difficult to achieve good results. After operation, the patient is mobilised the next day, the wound heals within 10 days.

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How painful is spinal decompresion surgery?

How serious is spinal decompresion surgery?

Spinal decompression surgery is a quite a serious operation. If the operation decision was not taken late and there has not been permanent damages, the operation is successful when performed in comptetent hands.

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