About Spinal Rigidity
Key Highlights
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Provides long-term stability to an unstable or painful spinal segment.Can significantly reduce or eliminate chronic back or neck pain.Corrects spinal deformities, improving posture and alignment.Prevents further neurological damage by stabilizing the spine.Offers a permanent solution when non-surgical treatments are ineffective.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe degenerative disc disease causing instability.
- Spondylolisthesis (slippage of one vertebra over another).
- Spinal fractures that cannot heal with bracing alone.
- Spinal deformities such as scoliosis or kyphosis.
- Spinal instability following a previous surgery (failed back surgery syndrome).
- Certain spinal infections or tumors that compromise stability.
How to prepare
- Complete medical evaluation, including blood tests, ECG, and imaging (X-rays, MRI, CT scan).
- Discussion of all medications; stopping blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as advised.
- Smoking cessation, as smoking severely impairs bone healing and fusion.
- Pre-operative physiotherapy to strengthen core muscles.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery as instructed.
- Arranging for post-operative help and transportation.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, blood clots (DVT/PE), and anesthesia reactions.
- Nerve injury, potentially leading to weakness, numbness, or paralysis.
- Failure of the bone to fuse (pseudarthrosis), requiring additional surgery.
- Hardware complications like breakage, loosening, or irritation.
- Adjacent segment disease, where vertebrae above or below the fusion degenerate faster.
- Persistent pain at the bone graft site (if autograft is used).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay for monitoring pain, neurological function, and mobility initiation.
- Wearing a back brace for several weeks to months to support the fusion.
- Strict activity restrictions: no bending, lifting, or twisting for the initial period.
- Gradual return to activities guided by a structured physiotherapy program.
- Pain management with prescribed medications.
- Follow-up appointments and imaging to monitor bone fusion progress.
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Typical hospital stay: 4-7 days
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Expected recovery time: 3-6 months for basic activities, up to 12 months for full fusion and strenuous activity
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering spinal rigidity in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for spinal rigidity 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 spinal rigidity. 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 spinal rigidity compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 250 Thousand – 800 Thousand | 4-7 days | ~ 3-6 months for basic activities, up to 12 months for full fusion and strenuous activity | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 875 Thousand – 2.8 Million | 4-7 days | ~ 3-6 months for basic activities, up to 12 months for full fusion and strenuous activity | Know More |
Top hospitals for Spinal Rigidity in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated spine surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing spinal rigidity.
Reyansh Johnson, a 42-year-old construction foreman...
Reyansh Johnson, a 42-year-old construction foreman and father of three, had always been strong and active. Over the past two years, he developed a progressive, painful stiffness in his lower back that made bending, lifting, and even playing with his kids agonizing. Simple tasks like tying his shoes became monumental challenges. After months of physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medications provided only temporary relief, an MRI revealed advanced degenerative disc disease and significant spinal rigidity in his lumbar spine. His spine surgeon, Dr. Chen, recommended a lumbar spinal fusion to stabilize the painful, stiff segments and decompress the nerves. Reyansh was terrified of surgery and the potential impact on his ability to provide for his family. The procedure was intense, but the surgical team was supportive. The initial recovery was tough, requiring patience during a 6-week period of limited activity. However, with dedicated physical therapy, he gradually regained mobility without the debilitating stiffness. A year later, while not as flexible as in his youth, he is pain-free, back on light duty at work, and can coach his son's soccer team from the sidelines. His emotional journey shifted from fear and frustration over his declining role to immense gratitude for regained stability and a renewed sense of purpose as an involved dad.
Spine surgeons for Spinal Rigidity
Explore experienced spine surgeons who regularly perform spinal rigidity and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 20 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
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Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 12 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
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Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 8 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Jaipur, Jaipur
- 7 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 5 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 12 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 12 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 25 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 15 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
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Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Delhi
- 19 Years Experience
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