Spine Surgery Treatment in India
About Spine Surgery
Key Highlights
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Alleviates chronic back and neck pain, improving quality of life.Corrects spinal deformities such as scoliosis or kyphosis.Decompresses nerves and the spinal cord to restore function and sensation.Stabilizes the spine to prevent further injury or degeneration.Often performed using minimally invasive techniques for reduced tissue trauma.Can prevent permanent neurological damage when performed timely.liOffers a potential return to normal daily activities and work./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe, persistent back or neck pain unresponsive to conservative treatment (e.g., physical therapy, medications).
- Herniated or degenerated spinal discs causing nerve compression (radiculopathy) or spinal cord compression (myelopathy).
- Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal).
- Spinal instability due to fractures, spondylolisthesis, or severe arthritis.
- Spinal deformities like scoliosis or kyphosis.
- Tumors, infections, or abscesses affecting the spine.
- Traumatic spinal injuries resulting in instability or neurological deficit.
- Cauda equina syndrome, a surgical emergency involving loss of bowel/bladder control.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including blood tests, ECG, and imaging (X-rays, MRI, CT scan).
- Discuss all current medications with your surgeon; you may need to stop blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) several days prior.
- Inform the surgical team of any allergies, especially to anesthesia or medications.
- Undergo pre-operative counseling to understand the procedure, risks, and recovery expectations.
- Stop smoking and avoid alcohol to promote better healing.
- Arrange for help at home and time off work for the recovery period.
- Fast (no food or drink) as instructed, typically after midnight before the surgery day.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Infection, bleeding (hematoma), and adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Nerve damage, potentially leading to weakness, numbness, pain, or paralysis.
- Dural tear (cerebrospinal fluid leak).
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism).
- Failure of bone fusion (pseudoarthrosis) in fusion surgeries.
- Persistent or recurrent pain at the surgical site.
- Adjacent segment disease, where levels above or below the surgery degenerate faster.
- Hardware complications (e.g., screw loosening, breakage, or irritation).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically involves pain management, monitoring for complications, and initial mobilization with assistance.
- Wearing a back brace or cervical collar as prescribed to support healing.
- Restricting bending, lifting, and twisting for several weeks; follow specific activity guidelines from your surgeon.
- Attending physical therapy sessions to rebuild strength, flexibility, and proper movement patterns.
- Managing pain with prescribed medications and gradually transitioning to over-the-counter options.
- Keeping the incision site clean and dry, watching for signs of infection (redness, swelling, discharge).
- Attending all scheduled follow-up appointments for wound checks and imaging to assess healing.
- A gradual return to normal activities and work, often over several weeks to months, depending on the procedure and job demands.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
6 weeks to 6 months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering spine surgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for spine 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 spine 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 spine surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Spine Surgery in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated spine surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing spine surgery.
Bangalore, India
105 Doctors
Sophia Mehta, a 58-year-old high school...
Sophia Mehta, a 58-year-old high school biology teacher, had been an avid gardener and hiker. Over the past three years, she developed progressively worsening pain, numbness, and weakness in her right leg, making it difficult to stand for her classes or tend to her beloved garden. An MRI revealed severe lumbar spinal stenosis at L4-L5, compressing the nerves to her leg. Her spine surgeon, Dr. Chen, recommended a lumbar laminectomy to relieve the pressure. Terrified of surgery but desperate to regain her mobility, Sophia underwent the procedure. The surgery went smoothly. After a challenging but dedicated recovery involving physical therapy, she gradually regained strength. Six months later, she was back to teaching full-time and could walk through the botanical gardens without pain. Her emotional journey shifted from fear and grief over her lost independence to profound relief and a renewed sense of joy in her active life.
Spine surgeons for Spine Surgery
Explore experienced spine surgeons who regularly perform spine surgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 20 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 14 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 14 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 12 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 12 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 8 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Jaipur, Jaipur
- 7 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 5 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 12 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 12 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 25 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 15 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 17 Years Experience
- Spine surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Delhi
- 19 Years Experience
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