Minimally Invasive Anterior Cervical Discectomy Surgery- Why Come To India

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(Free-Press-Release.com) November 26, 2009 -- Anterior Cervical Discectomy In India

For some people with chronic neck pain or other disorders that affect the cervical spine, an anterior cervical discectomy may be needed. The following information discusses this common surgical procedure.



The Cervical Spine

The human spine is divided into three sections : -

1. the cervical spine or neck (which is made up of 7 vertebrae)
2. the thoracic spine (which is made up of 12 vertebrae)

3. the lumbar spine or low back (which consists of 5 vertebrae)..



Cervical Pain

Millions of people suffer from pain in their necks or arms. A common cause of cervical pain is a rupture or herniation of one or more of the cervical discs. This happens when the annulus of the disc tears and the soft nucleus squeezes out. As a result, pressure is placed on the nerve root or the spinal cord and causes pain in the neck..


Surgical Technique

An anterior cervical discectomy is the most common surgical procedure to treat damaged cervical discs. Its goal is to relieve pressure on the nerve roots or on the spinal cord by removing the ruptured disc. It is called anterior because the cervical spine is reached through a small incision in the front of the neck...



After Surgery

Patients will feel some pain after surgery, especially at the incision site. Pain medications are usually given to help control the pain. Upon a physician's direction, moist heat and frequent repositioning can also provide some relief....

* While tingling sensations or numbness is common, and should lessen over time, they should be reported to the doctor. Most patients are up and moving around within a few hours after surgery. In fact, this is encouraged in order to keep circulation normal and avoid blood clots. ..


* Signs of infection like swelling, redness or draining at the incision site, and fever should be checked out by the surgeon immediately. Keep in mind, the amount of time it takes to return to normal activities is different for every patient...





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