Patient Experience
A 60-year-old wealthy businessman with diabetes and hypertension developed cauda equina syndrome after golfing. Emergency surgery by Dr. Thirugnanam prevented permanent damage; the patient recovered fully in 6 weeks and funded a spinal health awareness campaign in his community. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A 72-year-old retired schoolteacher from rural Karnataka, with no prior medical history, developed severe lumbar stenosis after decades of farming. Dr. Thirugnanam performed a minimally invasive decompression, and she walked pain-free within 48 hours, returning to her vegetable garden with her grandchildren's support.
A 28-year-old software engineer, an avid marathoner, suffered a traumatic L4-L5 disc herniation in a cycling accident. Dr. Thirugnanam recommended endoscopic discectomy; the patient resumed light jogging in 3 weeks and completed a half-marathon 4 months later, documenting his journey on social media. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A 45-year-old single mother working as a garment factory supervisor presented with debilitating cervical spondylosis. With limited family help, Dr. Thirugnanam combined physical therapy and selective nerve root blocks, enabling her to manage pain and continue supporting her two children through college. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A 19-year-old college student from an upper-middle-class family had congenital scoliosis worsening during growth spurts. Dr. Thirugnanam performed a complex spinal fusion; after 6 months of recovery with intense family involvement, she pursued a degree in physiotherapy to help others. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A 35-year-old construction worker with limited health literacy sustained a thoracic fracture from a fall. Dr. Thirugnanam used vertebroplasty and involved a social worker for post-op care; the patient returned to modified work in 3 months, empowered with spine safety knowledge. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
An 8-year-old child from a low-income family developed Pott's spine (spinal TB). Dr. Thirugnanam coordinated anti-TB drugs and bracing with NGO support; the child regained full mobility after 9 months, with the family celebrating with a community prayer. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A 50-year-old classical dancer with osteoporosis suffered multiple vertebral compression fractures. Dr. Thirugnanam employed kyphoplasty and tailored rehab; she returned to teaching dance in 4 months, adapting routines to protect her spine. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A migrant laborer in his 30s, with no local family, presented with neglected spinal infection from an untreated wound. Dr. Thirugnanam performed debridement and stabilization, arranging temporary housing; the patient recovered over 5 months and found light-duty employment through hospital connections. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A 70-year-old ex-serviceman with Parkinson's disease developed progressive kyphosis. Dr. Thirugnanam designed a non-surgical regimen of bracing and medication adjustments, improving posture and reducing falls; his wife became his dedicated caregiver, attending all follow-ups. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A 42-year-old homemaker from a conservative background had severe ankylosing spondylitis misdiagnosed as arthritis. Dr. Thirugnanam initiated biologic therapy and customized exercises; she regained household mobility in 8 weeks, with her husband becoming an active support partner. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A teenage athlete with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome experienced recurrent spinal subluxations. Dr. Thirugnanam created a multidisciplinary plan involving braces, hydrotherapy, and psychology; the patient learned to manage symptoms and now coaches adaptive sports. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A 55-year-old fisherman with chronic vitamin D deficiency developed osteomalacia-related spinal pain. Dr. Thirugnanam prescribed supplements and posture correction; simple lifestyle changes led to significant improvement within 3 months, allowing him to resume fishing. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
A 38-year-old IT professional with sedentary lifestyle and obesity had multilevel disc degeneration. Dr. Thirugnanam recommended weight management and laser discectomy; the patient lost 18 kg during recovery and started a workplace ergonomics initiative. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)
An 80-year-old grandmother with multiple comorbidities refused surgery for spinal metastasis. Dr. Thirugnanam provided palliative radiotherapy and pain management; she spent her final months comfortably at home surrounded by three generations of family. (Patient of Dr. Thirugnanam)