Radiculitis Treatment in Turkey
About Radiculitis
Key Highlights
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Targeted relief from severe, radiating nerve pain (radiculopathy).Minimally invasive surgical techniques often lead to smaller incisions and less tissue damage.High success rates in improving neurological function and reducing numbness or weakness.Can prevent permanent nerve damage when conservative treatments are ineffective.Typically results in a shorter hospital stay and faster recovery compared to more extensive spinal surgeries.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent and severe radicular pain (shooting pain down the arm or leg) unresponsive to 6-12 weeks of conservative management.
- Progressive neurological deficits, such as increasing muscle weakness, numbness, or loss of reflexes.
- Significant nerve root compression confirmed by MRI or CT scan, often from a herniated disc or spinal stenosis.
- Bowel or bladder dysfunction (cauda equina syndrome), which is a surgical emergency.
- Significant impairment in daily activities, work, or quality of life due to symptoms.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough pre-operative evaluation, including medical history, physical exam, and necessary imaging (MRI, CT).
- Discontinue certain medications like blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin) as advised by the neurosurgeon.
- Maintain a healthy diet and refrain from smoking to optimize healing.
- Arrange for post-operative support at home for assistance during initial recovery.
- Follow fasting instructions (typically no food or drink after midnight) before the scheduled surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Nerve injury, which could lead to worsened pain, numbness, weakness, or paralysis (rare).
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak, potentially causing headaches.
- Recurrence of herniation or incomplete relief of symptoms.
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis), scar tissue formation, or persistent pain at the incision site.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically short, often 1-2 days, for initial monitoring and pain management.
- Activity is gradually increased; avoid heavy lifting, bending, and twisting for several weeks.
- Pain is managed with prescribed medications, transitioning to over-the-counter options as healing progresses.
- Physical therapy is usually recommended to strengthen supporting muscles, improve flexibility, and ensure proper movement.
- Follow-up appointments are crucial to monitor healing and neurological progress. Full recovery and return to all activities may take several weeks to months.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks for initial recovery, 3-6 months for full activity
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering radiculitis in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for radiculitis in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, 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 radiculitis. MediFyr helps you compare neurosurgeons 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 radiculitis compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Radiculitis in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurosurgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing radiculitis.
Istanbul, Turkey
38 Doctors
Sara Das, a 42-year-old high school...
Sara Das, a 42-year-old high school biology teacher and mother of two, had always been active. For eight months, she endured a relentless, burning pain that shot down her right leg like an electric shock, starting in her buttock and ending at her foot. Simple acts like standing to teach, bending to tie her children's shoes, or even sitting to grade papers became agonizing. Nights were the worst, with the pain jolting her awake. After months of physical therapy and epidural steroid injections provided only fleeting relief, her neurologist diagnosed severe L5-S1 radiculitis from a herniated disc. He recommended a minimally invasive microdiscectomy, explaining it would relieve the pressure on the nerve root. Terrified of surgery near her spine but desperate for her life back, Sara agreed. The procedure itself was quick, and she went home the same day. The recovery required patience, four weeks of restricted bending and lifting, but the sciatic pain was gone immediately. Within two months, she was slowly returning to walks in the park and, most joyfully, playing on the floor with her kids without flinching. Her emotional journey was from a state of constant, draining anxiety and frustration, feeling like a burden to her family, to one of profound relief and regained independence, rediscovering the simple joys of a pain-free movement.
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