Osteoarthritis of Spine Treatment in Turkey
About Osteoarthritis of Spine
Key Highlights
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Provides significant and long-lasting relief from chronic back or neck pain.Improves spinal stability and corrects postural deformities caused by degeneration.Restores nerve function by decompressing spinal nerves or the spinal cord.Enhances mobility and the ability to perform daily activities.Offers tailored surgical options (e.g., fusion, disc replacement) based on individual patient anatomy and needs.Can prevent further neurological deterioration in advanced cases./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe, disabling pain that persists despite 3-6 months of comprehensive non-surgical treatment (medication, physiotherapy, injections).
- Progressive neurological deficits, such as leg weakness, numbness, or loss of bowel/bladder control (cauda equina syndrome).
- Significant spinal instability or deformity (e.g., spondylolisthesis) confirmed by imaging.
- Chronic nerve root compression (radiculopathy) causing radiating pain, tingling, or muscle weakness.
- Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal) leading to neurogenic claudication (pain while walking).
- Failed previous conservative or surgical interventions with persistent symptoms.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including spine-specific imaging (X-rays, MRI, CT scan).
- Undergo pre-operative tests such as blood work, ECG, and chest X-ray to assess fitness for anesthesia.
- Discuss all current medications with the surgeon; you may need to stop blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) days before surgery.
- Optimize health by managing conditions like diabetes or hypertension and quitting smoking to improve healing.
- Arrange for post-operative support at home for assistance with daily tasks during initial recovery.
- Follow fasting instructions (typically no food or drink after midnight) prior to the scheduled surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Infection, bleeding, blood clots (deep vein thrombosis), and adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Nerve-related complications: Nerve injury leading to worsened pain, numbness, weakness, or, rarely, paralysis.
- Hardware issues: Failure, loosening, or breakage of implants (screws, rods, cages).
- Pseudoarthrosis: Failure of the bones to fuse properly after spinal fusion surgery.
- Adjacent segment disease: Increased stress and degeneration on spinal levels above or below the surgery site.
- Persistent pain or the need for additional revision surgery.
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak if the dura mater is inadvertently breached.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital Stay: Typically 2-4 days for monitoring, pain management, and initial mobilization with physical therapy.
- Pain Management: Prescription pain medication will be provided and tapered as healing progresses.
- Activity Restrictions: Avoid bending, twisting, and lifting heavy objects (more than 5-10 lbs) for 6-12 weeks. A back brace may be recommended.
- Physical Therapy: A structured rehabilitation program begins a few weeks post-surgery to strengthen core muscles and improve flexibility.
- Wound Care: Keep the incision clean and dry; watch for signs of infection like redness, swelling, or discharge.
- Follow-up: Regular appointments with the surgeon to monitor healing, fusion (if performed), and overall progress.
- Return to Work: Desk jobs may be resumed in 4-6 weeks; physically demanding jobs may require 3-6 months.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-4 days
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Expected recovery time:
6 weeks to 6 months (for full recovery and return to all activities)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering osteoarthritis of spine in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for osteoarthritis of spine in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 osteoarthritis of spine. 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 osteoarthritis of spine compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 2,719 – USD 8,701 | 2-4 days | ~ 6 weeks to 6 months (for full recovery and return to all activities) | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 20,131 – USD 64,420 | 2-4 days | ~ 6 weeks to 6 months (for full recovery and return to all activities) | Know More |
Top hospitals for Osteoarthritis of Spine in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated spine surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing osteoarthritis of spine.
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