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Laser treatment for herniated spine compressing the nerve.

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A herniated disc is a common condition in working-age and older adults. Patients often experience chronic pain, radiating pain down the leg, or radiating pain down the arm, which makes daily life more difficult.

Laser treatment to avoid surgery for back and neck pain.

 

In the past, most treatments required major surgery that was very painful and involved a long recovery period. However, with advancements in medical technology, patients now have a new option that is less painful, has faster recovery, and is safer: laser spine surgery. This innovation avoids surgery and quickly reduces back and neck pain.

 

What is laser treatment for herniated discs?

 

Laser surgery is suitable for patients with herniated discs or mild nerve compression. The doctor will use a special type of laser, such as a Holmium YAG Laser or Diode Laser, to deliver heat energy directly to the herniated disc tissue.

 

High-precision laser cauterization, with a heat dispersion level of only 0.2 millimeters, minimizes the risk of damage to nerves or surrounding tissues, causing intervertebral disc contraction and reducing nerve compression precisely where needed.

 

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The difference between conventional surgery and laser surgery.

 

General surgery

 

  • A large incision is required to access the problem area.

 

  • The muscles are dissected, and sometimes part of the spine needs to be removed.

 

  • Using metal surgical instruments and visual inspection.

 

  • The procedure is complex, time-consuming, and requires a long recovery period for the patient.

 

Laser surgery

 

  • Using a small needle, just 1 millimeter in size, insert it directly into the location of the herniated intervertebral disc.

 

  • Targeted laser energy is released, causing the intervertebral disc to contract.

 

  • No major incision is required. No muscle or bone needs to be removed.

 

  • Using highly precise laser technology, the procedure is shorter and less risky.

 

 

Advantages of laser treatment.

 

  • Very small surgical incision: just 1 millimeter, the same size as a needle puncture, leaving no large scar.

 

  • Minimal blood loss: Because there is no need to dissect muscles or cut bones.

 

  • Minimizing nerve impact: Lasers deliver energy to a targeted point, minimizing damage to surrounding tissues.

 

  • Reduce the risk of complications: such as infection or injury from major surgery.

 

  • Less pain, faster recovery: Patients can walk sooner and don't need a long recovery period.

 

  • Quick return home: Most can return home within 24 hours.

 

  • Improved quality of life: Quickly returning to daily activities such as work or light exercise.

 

Laser treatment is therefore a technique that helps patients avoid major surgery, reduces unnecessary risks, and also directly addresses back pain caused by herniated discs compressing nerves.

 

This is suitable for individuals with problems in the lumbar and cervical spine, which are the areas where herniated discs are most common.


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Preparation before and after treatment.

 

Before treatment:

The patient needs a thorough evaluation with MRI and X-rays.

 

After treatment:

Avoid sitting in the same position for more than 2 hours.

Avoid lifting objects heavier than 5 kilograms.

Avoid activities that put impact on the spine.

 

Why choose S Spine and Joint Hospital?

 

At S Spine and Joint Hospital, we have a team of highly experienced specialists in spine and intervertebral disc surgery, along with a full range of state-of-the-art treatment technologies.

 

We focus on targeted, safe treatments that help patients recover as quickly as possible, so they can regain their confidence in life.

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