Question 1

how should i sleep after back surgery?

Accepted Answer

Way you are comfort: Initially for the first day  may be sleeping on your back would help if there would be any bleeding from sugery to happen, however after that sleep any way you feel comfortable.

Question 2

i am 50 i have had 7 back surgeries and i don't take any med i don't sleep can u help?

Accepted Answer

Pain center: Patients who need 7 back surgeries usually have residual problems. You need to be evaluated and treated at a pain treatment center. You have a complex problem which can not be solved on line.

Question 3

how painful is back surgery typically?

Accepted Answer

Why and what surgery: First question is, do you need surgery?  Seek a second opinnion.  Most times back surgery stabilizes the spne but does not necessarily reduce the pain.  A reputable pain management specialist can help you in that decision.  Do not mask the pain with medications though.  Find the root cause and treat with the least invasive treatment possible.

Question 4

when is back surgery typically recommended?

Accepted Answer

Last resort or: When conservative treatments (pt, meds, injections, other) have failed and there is a structural problem causing disabling back and leg symptoms. Severe /progressive leg weakness, numbness and or loss of bowel and bladder control are urgent indicators for surgery.

Question 5

what are good alternatives to back surgery?

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Many: As long as imaging studies don't show disc problems ( along with numbness nor weakness ) then acupuncture, stretching, massage, and heat are some of the alternatives to back surgery.

Question 6

why i can't have back surgery when i need it?

Accepted Answer

Need to talk: to surgeon, if you need surgery and no contraindications you will receive it

Question 7

roman chair after back surgery, is this okay?

Accepted Answer

That depends on the: Type of surgery you had and what outcome you have as well as your overall physical condition currently .  You would need to speak to your surgeon as to specifics but once healed and recovered exercise in terms of cardio, core  stabilization and flexibility are recommended.

Question 8

has anyone here had back surgery? whats recovery like

Accepted Answer

Not bad: I have never had back surgery but have performed several thousand cases. If you are asking about a laminotomy & discectomy when performed with miss technique the procedure is usually performed in an outpatient setting. There is initial soreness of the muscles controlled with ice packs & oral analgesic meds. Patients with sedentary jobs usually are back to work in 10 to 14 days.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: back surgery?

Accepted Answer

Any surg sub fascia: Any surg that enters the muscles & beyond. Usually means involving work on the bone structurs disks r considered back surgery. They include a multitude of procedures. 2 many 2 list here!

Question 10

what can i expect from back surgery? is it worth the risks?

Accepted Answer

It depends on many-: -factors. If it a clear cut herniated disk substantiated by MR, physical symptoms &amp; physical examination, the success rate is high 90's. I fit that pic had a micro diskectomy, in my garden on day 3.pain in leg gone. Not 1 bit of trouble for 33 yrs. The more you drift away from the perfect storm, the lower the% of success. I assume you know all possible risks all the way 2 death. 

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Roman chair after back surgery, is this okay?

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