Discectomy in Telangana

How successful is discectomy for sciatica?

Discectomy has a high success rate, around 90%, for relieving leg pain caused by nerve compression, though results for back pain alone can be less predictable.

How long is recovery after discectomy?

Most patients go home within a day or two and can resume light activities within a few weeks, with full recovery and return to more strenuous work taking four to six weeks.

Will I need spinal fusion along with discectomy?

Not usually — most discectomies are standalone procedures, but fusion may be added if there's spinal instability, which your spine surgeon will assess through imaging beforehand.

Can a herniated disc come back after discectomy?

There is a small risk of recurrent herniation at the same level, particularly with heavy lifting or poor posture during recovery, so following your surgeon's activity restrictions is important.

Are there non-surgical options before discectomy?

Yes, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and epidural steroid injections are typically tried first, and surgery is generally reserved for cases that don't improve after six or more weeks of conservative treatment or when there are severe neurological symptoms.