What are the risks and benefits of spine surgery?

Dear Tarak Ji,

If you're looking to undergo spine surgery in Kolkata, several reputed hospitals offer experienced spine specialists and advanced surgical facilities.

Top hospitals in Kolkata for spine surgery:

1. NH Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences – Mukundapur

2. Medica Superspecialty Hospital – Mukundapur

3. Manipal Hospital (formerly AMRI Dhakuria) – Dhakuria

These hospitals have advanced neurosurgery and orthopaedic spine departments offering minimally invasive and conventional spine procedures.

A few important things to understand about spine surgery:

• Spine surgery is usually advised when non-surgical treatments (like physiotherapy and medications) fail to relieve symptoms such as severe back pain, leg pain, numbness, or mobility issues.

• Common spine issues requiring surgery include: slipped disc (herniated disc), spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, or spine fractures.

• Types of spine surgeries include: discectomy, laminectomy, spinal fusion, and minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS).

• Your doctor will first evaluate your MRI, X-rays, and physical condition before recommending the right surgical option.

• Recovery and rehabilitation are important parts of the process, and are discussed with you before the surgery.

If you'd like, the HexaHealth team can help you:

• Book an appointment with a spine specialist in Kolkata

• Check if cashless insurance can be used

• Assist in comparing costs or facilities at the hospitals

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