I. Spine Surgery:- The surgical technique used to join two or more vertebrae is known as Spinal Fusion. Supplementary bone tissue, either from the patient or a donor, is used in conjunction with body's natural bone growth processes to fuse the vertebrae.
Fusing of the spine is used primarily to eliminate the pain caused by abnormal motion of the vertebrae by immobilizing the faulty vertebrae themselves, which is usually caused by degenerative conditions.
The lumbar spine is the hardest-working part of your spine because it carries the most weight and moves the most. The discs between the vertebrae can wear down over time due to injury or aging. Without these "shock absorbers," pressure on the nerves of the spine can cause pain in the lower back and/or leg. Bone spurs may form and narrow the space through which the nerves pass. This may also lead to nerve irritation and pain.
II. Disc & Spine Problems:- Degenerative disc disease is a condition in which the discs in your spine have been damaged or worn down due to aging or wear and tear. Each disc has a spongy center surrounded by tough outer rings. When a disc weakens, the outer rings may not b able to contain the material in the center of the disc it creates pressure against the nerve, causing pain in your back or legs.
With a bulging disc, bone surfaces begin to rub against each other. This causes inflammation and pain. Bone spurs (calcium deposits) can also form, causing pain.
III. Important Terms:-
Arthritic bone surfaces begin to rub against each other. When this occurs, inflammation and bone spurs can form, causing pain. As bone spurs continue to grow, increased narrowing of the area through which nerves pass causes even more pain.
Spinal Instability , the discs wear out and flatten, the vertebrae can slip back and forth. This slipping can cause the outer rings of the disc to stretch, causing pain, but also, more important, decreasing the protection for the spinal cord.
Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the canal where the spinal cord and nerves pass through. This may be caused by bony growth of the disc. This often occurs as we age.
Spondylolisthesis is a slippage of one vertebra, causing the spine to be out of alignment. This misalignment can pinch the nerves and cause pain.
IV. Risk of Surgery:-
Infection, every precaution is taken to reduce the risk of infection. You will be given an intravenous antibiotic before and after your surgery.
Blood Clots, can occur in the veins of your legs after any surgery. These clots can be dangerous. To reduce the risk of clots forming, you will wear special stockings or compression devices after your surgery. This will help with the blood flow in your legs.
Ileus, your bowels may not function as well after surgery. They may slow down, causing abdominal distention or bloating. You will be given bowel stimulants -- please do not refuse them. Walking and staying well-hydrated will also help.
V. Managing Pain:- After surgery, some pain is to be expected as you recover. The amount and intensity of pain experienced differs from one person to another. No two people are exactly alike. While having some degree of pain is unavoidable, our goal is to make your stay with us, and your recovery period at home, as comfortable as possible. You will be asked to rate your pain. This will help us know how your medication and other comfort measures are helping.
Pain medication is usually taken regularly. It is most helpful to take pain medication before pain becomes severe. If you wait too long to take pain medication, it becomes harder to get relief.
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