Dr. Siddharth Katkade is a highly skilled and dedicated Spine Surgeon with over 6 years of experience in orthopaedics, including 4+ years specializing in advanced spine care.
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Dr. Siddharth Katkade is a highly skilled and dedicated Spine Surgeon with over 6 years of experience in orthopaedics, including 4+ years specializing in advanced spine care.
Monday - Tuesday:9am - 6pm
Friday - Sunday:8am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed
Herniated disc surgery, also known as slipped disc surgery or discectomy, is a surgical procedure to remove the damaged part of a spinal disc that is pressing on a nerve, causing pain, numbness, or weakness.
Surgery is generally considered as a last resort when conservative treatments like physical therapy, medication, or injections have not provided significant relief from pain and other symptoms after several weeks.
You might be a candidate for herniated disc surgery if :-
You have severe pain, numbness, or weakness in the affected area (e.g., leg, arm) that significantly impacts your daily activities.
You experience symptoms like sciatica (pain radiating down the leg) that are not improving with non-surgical treatments.
You have difficulty standing or walking due to nerve compression.
In rare cases, emergency surgery may be needed if a large herniated disc causes loss of bladder or bowel control (cauda equina syndrome).
Diskectomy/Microdiscectomy: The most common type of surgery, involving the removal of the herniated portion of the disc. Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive technique using a small incision and specialized instruments.
Laminotomy/Laminectomy: Creating an opening (laminotomy) or removing part of the bony arch (laminectomy) to relieve pressure on the nerve roots.
Spinal Fusion: In cases where the disc is severely damaged or the spine needs stabilization, two or more vertebrae are permanently joined together with bone grafts or implants.
Artificial Disc Surgery: Replacing the damaged disc with an artificial one to maintain movement in the spine
Recovery time varies depending on the type of surgery, the severity of the herniation, and individual factors. Most people can return to light activities within a few weeks and resume routine activities within 6-12 weeks.
Risks of surgery, though rare, can include :-
Infection
Nerve or spinal cord injury
Bleeding
Dural tear (tear in the membrane covering the spinal cord)
Persistent pain or numbness
Recurrence of herniation
Discussion with your doctor: It’s crucial to have a thorough discussion with your doctor about the risks and benefits of surgery, as well as alternative treatment options.
Choosing a skilled surgeon: Look for a surgeon with experience in spine surgery, particularly in the type of procedure you need.
Rehabilitation: Physical therapy is often recommended after surgery to aid recovery and strengthen back muscles.