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Disc Replacement Surgery Recovery

When you undergo disc replacement surgery, recovery is an extremely important step in the treatment process. While many patients spend so much time and energy understanding how to prepare for the surgery and what is involved during the surgery, they sometimes forget that taking care of themselves after the surgery can make all the difference in the world.

After your disc replacement surgery, you will need to remain in the hospital for several days. Not only does your doctor need to make sure that you don’t have a negative reaction to the general anesthesia, but he or she will also want to observe the incision for signs of inflammation or infection. Chances are that a physical therapist will come and visit you during your hospital stay to make sure that you are able to walk soon after the surgery, and also to show you some exercises that you can do at home to expedite your recovery.

When you are allowed to return home after your back disc surgery, there are several things that you should keep in mind. First and foremost, smoking and drinking should be avoided. As your body is trying to heal, any substances that can interfere with heart or lung function are prohibited. You should also make an effort to keep the incision clean and dry. You may have to return to the hospital several times for follow-up X-rays to make sure the prosthetic disc (generally constructed of metal, ceramic, or plastic) has not slipped or shifted. Stay faithful to your physical therapy routine after your spinal disc surgery and, overall, try to maintain a healthy lifestyle, which includes daily exercise and a nutritious diet that you have planned with your doctor.

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There are alternative disc surgeries, however, that can greatly reduce your recovery period. Minimally invasive, endoscopic procedures can treat your damaged disc without having to remove and replace the disc. Laser Spine Institute (LSI) is at the forefront of this state-of-the-art technology, so contact us today for more information about our outpatient procedures, or for a free review of your MRI or CT scan.

Please note: Laser Spine Institute currently does not perform endoscopic procedures on the thoracic spine.