During recovery from back surgery after receiving one or more artificial discs, the healing phase begins. This procedure requires specific recovery strategies after getting discharged from the hospital. With this in mind, here are some tips on how you can recover after back surgery involving artificial discs. Take Pain Medication Your doctor will most likely prescribe pain medications to manage your postoperative pain. These medications may include over-the-counter pain medicine, narcotic ... [Read More]
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Recovery Time for Artificial Disc Replacement
When a disc deteriorates, it can cause pain that can prevent you from doing your daily activities. Wear and tear and aging are factors that contribute to the damage and degeneration of discs. Damaged discs can lead to numbness, weakness, and tingling sensations in the arms or legs. Initially, damaged discs are treated with nonsurgical treatments, such as physical therapy, non-inflammatory pain relievers, and rest. However, if this fails to treat your condition, you might be recommended to ... [Read More]
How is artificial disc replacement done?
An artificial disc replacement is a surgery that aims to correct problems with the discs in the spine. Your spine is made up of vertebrae that stack on top of each other to form a canal in which the spinal cord sits. Discs exist between the vertebrae to function as a cushion for the bones and to allow for fluidity in the movement of the spine. Over time, these discs can wear down or move out of place due to overuse, wear and tear, aging, and injuries. Artificial disc replacement involves ... [Read More]
The Benefits of Artificial Discs
The vertical midline of your back comprises a series of stacked bones called vertebrae. Between each set of two vertebrae lies a small, cushiony disc that provides flexibility and shock absorption, while also helping to protect the nerves in the spinal cord. A healthy spine flexes and moves comfortably at each of these discs. But as we age, our backs can begin to feel the wear-and-tear after many years of bending and twisting. Many people don’t suffer pain or other complications from an ... [Read More]
Complete Guide to Disc Replacement Surgery
When discs in the neck or back are damaged, it can cause pain and impaired movement. These discs are located throughout the spinal column between each set of two vertebrae, and each disc provides flexibility and a protective cushion. There is a certain amount of natural disc degeneration that often occurs over time. When discs degenerate, the loss of protective cushioning can make the vertebrae rub against each other and cause pain – as well as a reduced range of motion. Why Do Spinal Discs ... [Read More]
