Decompression Surgery Treatment in India
About Decompression Surgery
Key Highlights
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Alleviates chronic pain, numbness, and weakness caused by nerve compression.Can restore mobility and improve overall quality of life.Offers targeted relief by addressing the specific source of spinal pressure.Often performed using minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery.Can prevent permanent nerve damage when performed in a timely manner.
Who is this surgery for?
- Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal).
- Herniated or bulging intervertebral disc compressing a nerve.
- Degenerative disc disease with associated bone spurs (osteophytes).
- Spondylolisthesis (slipped vertebra) causing nerve impingement.
- Persistent leg pain (sciatica) or arm pain that does not respond to conservative treatments like physical therapy or medication.
- Progressive neurological deficits, such as worsening muscle weakness or loss of bladder/bowel control (cauda equina syndrome - a medical emergency).
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including spine imaging (MRI, CT scan).
- Discuss all current medications with your surgeon; you may need to stop blood thinners.
- Undergo pre-operative tests such as blood work, ECG, and chest X-ray.
- Follow specific fasting instructions (typically no food or drink after midnight before surgery).
- Arrange for post-operative assistance at home for the initial recovery period.
- Stop smoking, as it can significantly impair healing and increase surgical risks.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, and adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Nerve or spinal cord injury, potentially leading to worsened pain, weakness, or paralysis.
- Dural tear (cerebrospinal fluid leak).
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis).
- Recurrence of symptoms or failure to relieve pain.
- Instability of the spine, possibly requiring a future fusion surgery.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically required for monitoring and initial pain management.
- Activity is gradually increased; walking is encouraged soon after surgery.
- Pain is managed with prescribed medications.
- Bending, twisting, and lifting heavy objects are restricted for several weeks.
- A structured physical therapy program is crucial to regain strength and flexibility.
- Follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor healing and progress.
- Full recovery and return to all normal activities may take several months.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-4 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 weeks for initial recovery; up to 6 months for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering decompression surgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for decompression surgery in India include Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Miot Hospital Chennai, Manipal Hospital Rangapani, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform decompression surgery. MediFyr helps you compare spine surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for decompression surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 150 Thousand – 500 Thousand | 2-4 days | ~ 6-12 weeks for initial recovery; up to 6 months for full recovery | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 525 Thousand – 1.75 Million | 2-4 days | ~ 6-12 weeks for initial recovery; up to 6 months for full recovery | Know More |
Top hospitals for Decompression Surgery in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated spine surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing decompression surgery.
Bangalore, India
105 Doctors
David Iyer, a 42-year-old software engineer...
David Iyer, a 42-year-old software engineer and avid weekend hiker, began experiencing persistent numbness and a burning sensation in his right leg over a year. Initially dismissed as a muscle strain, the symptoms progressed to sharp, electric-shock-like pains shooting down his leg (sciatica), making sitting at his desk for long hours unbearable. An MRI revealed a severe lumbar disc herniation at L4-L5, compressing the nerve root. His spine surgeon, Dr. Mehta, recommended a minimally invasive microdiscectomy, a type of decompression surgery, after conservative treatments like physiotherapy and epidural injections provided only temporary relief. David was anxious about surgery near his spine but desperate for relief. The procedure itself was quick, and he woke up with the immediate absence of the searing leg pain. His recovery involved careful movement and a structured physiotherapy regimen. Within six weeks, he was back at work pain-free and, after three months, cautiously returned to light hiking. Emotionally, he journeyed from frustration and fear of permanent disability to immense relief and gratitude, feeling he had regained control of his active life.
Spine surgeons for Decompression Surgery
Explore experienced spine surgeons who regularly perform decompression surgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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