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Artificial Disc Replacement in Bhubaneswar

Artificial Disc Replacement

Artificial Disc Replacement in Bhubaneswar

Artificial Disc Replacement (ADR) is a surgical process used to treat severe back pain. During this procedure, a damaged spinal disc is removed and replaced with an artificial one designed to mimic the function of a healthy disc. Artificial Disc Replacement typically improves quality of life, decreases or eliminates pain, and restores spinal movement. Normally lasting between 1-2 hours, artificial disc replacement in Bhubaneswar is expected that recovery might be faster compared to traditional Spinal Fusion surgery. However, not everyone may be suitable for ADR, and possible risks include infection, nerve damage, or implant failure, among others. In order to find out whether ADR is right for you, one must discuss its advantages and disadvantages with their healthcare professional.

Manipal Hospitals, Bhubaneswar, has a skilled team of spine care specialists offering advanced treatment outcomes.

FAQ's

The primary purpose of an ADR is the management of low back pain. However, not all patients with low back discomfort are suitable candidates for ADR surgery. To determine whether this surgery is correct for you, your doctor will need to perform certain tests.

ADR surgery may be advised if:

  • One or two lower spinal discs are the source of your back pain.
  • You don't have any serious joint conditions or spinal nerve compression.
  • You don't weigh too much.
  • You've never had spinal surgery before.
  • You don't have any spinal abnormalities, such as scoliosis.
     

  • As part of the preparation for an ADR surgery, you might be asked to give up smoking.

  • Inform your physician about all the vitamins, herbs, and supplements you use, as well as any prescription and over-the-counter medications. Certain medications may have an impact on blood clotting and healing, so you might need to cease taking them before the surgery.

  • You may be instructed to fast for a few hours prior to the procedure. 

Your surgeon may order some tests to evaluate your suitability for disc replacement, such as:

  • Scans using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

  • Discography

  • CT (computerised tomography) scans

  • Radiography

  • An IV line will be inserted into a vein in your hand or arm to administer anaesthesia. The medication will put you into a deep sleep and keep you pain-free during the surgery. You will be lying on your back during this treatment.

  • The treatment will be performed by a team of doctors, typically including a vascular surgeon and an orthopaedic or neurosurgeon. The surgeon will make a cut in your abdomen. Your organs and blood vessels will be relocated to one side to provide access to your spine.

  • The surgeon will replace the damaged disc with a new artificial one. Your organs and blood vessels are returned to their proper positions, and the incision is closed.

  • You will be brought to a recovery area and closely monitored until you are awake from the anaesthesia. You will still have an IV line, and you may have a catheter in your bladder to facilitate urinating. When you are completely awake and attentive, you will be transported to your hospital room.

An Artificial Disk Replacement Surgery may require hospitalisation for a few days, but the recovery period may be faster than other back surgeries. Patients will receive pain medicines and be encouraged to stand and walk. The IV and bladder catheters will be removed soon. Recovery may take weeks or months. Although the surgery generally improves pain, it does not completely eliminate it. Consult your doctor about post-surgery instructions, care for the incision, and follow-ups.

 

Artificial Disc Replacement (ADR) surgery can alleviate pain and improve mobility by replacing a damaged disc with an artificial one, restoring the spine's function and stability. This procedure also helps preserve natural spine function, as a weak or degenerated area can cause pressure on other vertebrae to compensate. While traditional Spinal Fusion may be the only option, ADR offers the fastest recovery and best option for restoring natural movement to the spine, ensuring the overall health of the skeletal frame.

 

Fortunately, the possibility of complications from ADR is minimal, but prospective patients should be aware of the potential issues with the operation. General risks associated with surgery include excessive bleeding, excess pain, infection of the operative site, pneumonia, poor response to anaesthesia, scar formation, and blood clots in the legs.

Risks linked with the artificial disc include: 

  • allergic reactions to the artificial disc (e.g., individuals with a metal allergy)

  • infected artificial discs (i.e., infection occurs on or near the artificial disc)

  • implant wear or failure (when the device wears out or breaks)

  • implant migration (the device slips from its initial place)

  • spinal stenosis (a narrowing of the space in the spinal canal)

  • problems caused by a poorly placed implant, surgery failing to alleviate pain or symptoms, and the incorrectly sized prosthetic disc for the patient

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