Is pain in your lower back making everyday life a struggle? You’re not alone. Millions experience chronic lumbar spine pain, often seeking solutions in surgery. If conservative treatments haven’t provided relief, Dr. Kaushal Deep Singh, a leading spine surgeon in Aligarh, UP, can help.
- Infection
- Poor wound healing
- Bleeding
- Blood clots
- Injury to nerves or blood vessels
- Pain at the bone graft site
- Return of symptoms
Dr. Singh specialises in treating conditions like herniated discs, spinal stenosis, nerve compression, and spinal instability through various surgical approaches.
Lumbar spine surgery can effectively relieve pain and improve function, but it carries potential risks like infection, bleeding, and nerve damage. During your consultation, Dr. Singh will discuss all the risks and benefits with you, comparing them to alternate treatments like physical therapy or pain management injections.
This depends on your condition, pain severity history, and response to conservative treatment. Dr. Singh will conduct a thorough assignment to determine if surgery is the best option for you.
He will discuss your medical history and symptoms and perform a physical examination. He may also order imaging tests to diagnose your condition. Expect an open and honest conversation about your treatment options and goals.
These procedures address different issues in the spine. Microdiscectomy removes herniated disc material, laminectomy/laminoplasty creates space for compressed nerves, fusion stabilises vertebrae, and disc replacement aims to restore disc function. Dr. Singh will explain each option’s specific benefits and limitations in relation to your needs.
Dr. Singh will recommend this based on your diagnosis, individual situation, and desired outcome. He will provide detailed information about each suitable procedure to help you make an informed decision.
Pain after surgery is normal and managed with medication and pain management techniques. Dr. Single will discuss pain management options beforehand and adjust them as needed throughout your recovery.
Like any surgery, there are slight risk of infection, bleeding, and nerve damage. While rare, Dr. Singh will discuss these risks in detail and outline necessary preventative measures.