PAIN RELIEVING SPINAL FUSION SURGERY IN INDIA

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Overview

Spinal fusion surgery is performed on the spine to connect two or more vertebrae using plates, screws or rods which clutch the vertebrae, and the graft material in the right position to secure the healing process after the surgery. The prime objective of the surgery is to correct the deformity in the spine to achieve stability and reduce the pain.

Is there an alternative to spinal fusion? 

A patient suffering from low back pain may undergo these alternatives:

• Posterior dynamic stabilization: In this process, a posterior dynamic rod is introduced in the treated segments of the lumbar spine, which allows the natural movement of the spine. 

• Artificial discs: This process is employed to relieve the pain by removing the painful disc and constraining the motion of spinal segments with the help of a prosthetic implant.

Why do you need a spinal fusion?  

To reduce the post-decompressive deformity   

When a patient develops an irregular alignment of the spine called post-laminectomy kyphosis, he may face issues like sideways curvature of the spine (scoliosis) or post-laminectomy kyphosis. In this condition, it becomes necessary to operate a patient with spine fusion surgery so that the right spine alignment can be restored.

To eliminate pain and other symptoms 

By fusing the two vertebrae, it is ensured that the relative motion between abnormal bones is stopped. This process is highly effective in pain relief and other spine-related symptoms. 

What is the cost of spinal fusion surgery in India? 

Spinal fusion surgery in India is widely known for its affordability and high precision in comparison to other countries. When a patient decides to travel to India for treatment, he not only thinks about a cheaper rate but also the effectivity of the procedure. Indian medical system is well aware of this fact, and for that, our passionate doctors and experienced supporting staff provide the best treatment without compromising the quality. 

The following are the advanced spinal fusion surgery cost in India in comparison to other countries. 

• For Complex Spine Surgery with Implants, where US & UK costs $14,000 & $13,000 respectively. India would cost $ 6,000 only, which is a lot lesser then Thailand, where the operating cost is $ 13,200. 

• For Spinal Fusion, where US & UK costs $62,000 & $70,000 respectively. India would surprisingly cost just $ 4,500, which is much lesser than $70,500 cost in Thailand. 

• For Simple Spine Surgery, where US & UK costs $20,000 & $13,500 respectively. India would cost $ 1600 only, which is a lot lesser then Thailand, where the operating cost is $ 15,500.

How long does it take to recover from a spinal fusion? 

Like surgery, recovery is also an essential part of any treatment. After spinal fusion surgery, the patient has to spend 3-4 days under the supervision of experts. But in some serious cases, a patient stay may extend to 5-6 days. 

In a rehabilitation program, older people are recommended to stay for a week after spinal surgery. During this program, a patient is taught simple cardiovascular exercise. 

The surgery process and healing for every individual is different. The bone graft takes substantial time to fuse with the vertebrae. By the time, younger patients are advised, not to indulge in heavy physical activities for 4 to 6 weeks and the older patient, it may go to 4 - 5 months. 

Can you exercise after spinal fusion? 

After spinal fusion surgery, it is recommended that, for a few weeks, you should do lighter exercise at a slower rate, so that your fusion can restore at its own pace. You can take a walk or do basic yoga & aerobics for a stretch. However, make sure that you are not putting too much strain on your spine. Once your spine recovers, you are allowed to jump back at your regular exercise routine. 

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