The Best Surgical Treatment Option for Severe Spine Pain

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Severe spine pain often needs to be treated surgically, especially if non-surgical methods are ineffective. The exact treatment for spine pain depends on the severity and nature of the condition. In many cases, minimally invasive spine surgery can be used. Below, we will explore some of the best surgical treatment options for severe spine pain.

Benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery 

Whenever possible, it is preferable to use minimally invasive spine surgery to treat spine conditions. Even severe spine pain can often be treated in a minimally invasive manner. Examples of minimally invasive spine surgery include laser spine surgery, nerve stimulation, and stem cell therapy. Advantages of this approach include:

• Shorter hospital stay, or no hospital stay
• Lower risk of infection
• Lower risk of bleeding
• Lower risk of blood clots
• Shorter recovery time and less time away from work

Laser Spine Surgery

Laser spine surgery is a cutting-edge, highly effective procedure which can be used to treat a variety of spine problems, including herniated discs and bulging discs. During this procedure, the doctor makes two tiny incisions near the affected area of the spine. Through one incision, a camera is inserted. Through the other incision, the doctor inserts a laser. Laser energy is used to operate on the affected area; for example, it can be used to remove the herniated portion of a disc.

Nerve Stimulation

Pain occur when nerve impulses travel to the brain. Nerve stimulation applies an impulse to a bundle of nerves, which interrupts with the transmission of pain. To accomplish this, a stimulator is implanted in the body, with leads that go to the affected area. Several times a day, the nerve stimulator is used to prevent the transmission of pain signals. 

Nerve stimulation is particularly useful for very stubborn cases of spine pain; for example, it may be one of the treatment options for severe spine pain that is considered after traditional spine surgery has failed.

Stem Cell Therapy 

During stem cell therapy, stem cells are collected from the patient's own blood, then injected into the affected area of the spine. Stem cell therapy is minimally invasive and is shown to have powerful anti-inflammatory effects, making it a strong option for the treatment of a variety of spine conditions.

Only a doctor can determine which treatment is right for your condition. Dr. Sukdeb Datta would be happy to meet with you about your severe spine pain. To schedule your consultation today, please click below and enter your information or call the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery & Pain Center at (347) 380-9138.