Spinal Fusion Surgery and It’s Risks

Spinal fusion is a surgery in which two or more vertebrae join into a single structure. This is done to stop the movement between the two bones and prevent back pain. That’s why it is called the fusion surgery. This stops the movement which stops the stretching of bones, ligaments, nerves that caused discomfort.

Why Do You Need This Surgery?

This surgery is an option in two cases when medicine, physical therapy hasn’t helped you reduce your pain. Second where the doctors usually know which part is causing the problem and can surgery help it to reduce the pain.

Spinal Fusion works when the pain takes place due to:

Fracture (broken spinal bone)
your spine curves abnormally to one side (Scoliosis)
Tumors or spine infection
narrowing of the spinal canal
forward shifting of a spinal disk

However, there is a lot of risks involved in this surgery. Traditionally the area being operated on is opened by a with a long cut. So that the surgeons can view the anatomy of the patients. This is very risky; hence many surgeons recommend Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Las Vegas technique. In this technique, the long cut is avoided as it can cause significant damages to the muscles in the spine. Surgeons instead make small cuts in the spine. This results in less pain after surgery and a speedy recovery for the patient.

However, the Minimally Invasive Spine surgery has its complications. Infections, due to the antibiotics given before and after the surgery. If the cuts are not properly stitched or cut in the first place, the patient can lose a large volume of blood or have constant pain in his graft. Hence it is recommended that if you go for a spine fusion surgery, go for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Las Vegas. Like the one we have in “The Center for Wellness and Pain Care of Las Vegas”.

Overview and Facts about Back Pain

The back and our spine are pillars of our body, they provide a lot of body strength. Protecting the delicate spinal cord and nerve roots. Still, they are flexible enough to provide our body the mobility in every direction.

Due to its complex structure, different parts in our back can produce back pain such as irritation to the large nerve roots or the small ones inside our spine. Sometimes strains in the back muscle or an injury to the bones, joints or ligaments can cause back pain.

Back pain can be classified on the basis of the time they last for. Some come suddenly and last for a few days or weeks. They are Acute back pain. While Chronic back pain typically lasts for more than 3 months.

Back Pain has a few specified characteristics according to Back Pain Treatment Henderson Center –

The pain is constant, sporadic, or occur when engaging in a certain activity.
The pain may remain in a single spot or radiate to other areas.
The pain is either a dull ache or a sharp piecing in your back.

Many times, the problem may be in the lower back region, and it may spread into other parts of the body. Fortunately, Back pain gets better on their own in a most patient with a few weeks.

However, if your pain lasts for more than a few weeks and getting worse by the day, then you should try some of the back-pain remedies such as using ice packs, lower back pain exercises, etc. If the pain still doesn’t stop then, it is advisable to go and see a doctor like the one we have in Back Pain Treatment Henderson Center.

As they are expert in above mentioned medical care which can result in a deadly case like:

Bowel and/or bladder dysfunction
Progressive weakness in the legs

Fortunately, these conditions are rare.

What’s Neck Pain?

Pain located in the neck is a very common medical condition. It can happen due to a variety of reason, and they are listed below.

Pain due to disorder or disease in the neck. E.g., neck strain, cervical spondylosis, etc.
Neck Pain due to common infection, such as throat infection which can lead to swelling and pain.
If the infection is a rare one, neck pain can happen due to Tuberculosis, meningitis, etc.
The most common reason when the muscles of the neck are strain while sleeping in an awkward position or while due to playing or such activities.

Neck pain is also referred to as cervical pain. If your neck pain continues for more than a week than you should consult a doctor. Neck Pain Las Vegas specialty “The Center for Wellness and Pain Care of Las Vegas” has been in the business for a long time. Here are a few symptoms you should look for in neck pain to avoid lasting damage.

The pain worsened by holding your head in one place for long periods, such as when playing outdoor games or watching TV for long periods
Muscle tightness and spasms
Decreased ability to move your head
Headache

What are the steps you should take to prevent Neck Pain?

Sleep in good posture
Avoid cradling the phone or any other thing between your neck and shoulder.
Get a gentle neck massage regularly
Don’t stand or sit in one position for too long, it may jam your muscles.

Even after all this care, you suffer from neck pain. If none of your home remedies work and the pain increase gradually then you should go and visit a doctor. A specialty like us in Neck Pain Las Vegas.