Endoscopic Spine Surgery- The Best Less Invasive Spine Surgery

Endoscopic spine surgery is a less invasive spine surgery that is performed to treat several spine-related problems like chronic back pain, hip and joint pain, numbness in the arms and legs caused by a herniated disc, degenerative disc or spinal Stenosis. This procedure involves an incision of less than 10mm via endoscope. This small incision helps to reduce blood loss and trauma to the soft tissue, bone injuries and muscle.  Endoscopic spine surgery offers more visible and effective results, and it requires less time. Spine surgery costs in India vary due to a number of factors, including the location of the facility, the complexity of the surgery, and the specific condition being treated

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Why Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Endoscopic spine surgery is a spine surgery technique that emanates from traditional spine surgery, which involves open laminectomy (a long incision that is made in the back to remove muscle). This often results in more complications from infection after the surgery. Patients would experience blood loss and surgical scars that took longer to heal and recover. Endoscopic spine surgery does the opposite; smaller incisions are made to prevent scarring and blood loss. It involves the use of advanced technology, a camera is attached to the endoscope for safe navigation to the affected area, the camera is also connected to a real-time HD monitor screen that allows the surgeon to operate precisely and safely, minimising various complications. This surgery can be performed at any spine surgery hospital in India.

Diseases That Endoscopic Spine Surgery Treats

Endoscopic spine surgery is known to effectively treat the following diseases

• Herniated disc

The deterioration of the intervertebral disc causes a herniated disc. This occurs due to various factors like ageing, obesity, genetics and lifting heavy weights. It causes the intervertebral disc to dislocate and press the nerves, resulting in several ailments like back pain and arm pain, as well as pain while bending, standing up, or lifting. If the condition is chronic, it may cause muscle weakness, excretory tissue and numbness in the extremities. Spine surgery costs in India, like those of herniated disc spine surgery, range between 80,000 and 3,60,000 rupees, reportedly depending on the patient’s needs and hospital infrastructure.

• Spinal Stenosis

Spinal Stenosis is caused by the narrowing of the spinal canal. This condition develops as a result of ageing and scoliosis (a condition where the spine bends abnormally). The narrowing happens along the length of the spine, including ligaments and joints, and spinal discs. The deterioration of these organs will result in severe back pain, arching back, and pain while walking or bending. This condition is mostly common amongst individuals over 50. For the treatment of spinal Stenosis, various ortho hospitals in India commence with non-surgical options like medications, lifestyle adjustments and physical therapy

Lastly,  there are various benefits of endoscopic spinal surgery that make it the best option for spine surgery due to its less invasive nature. The surgery is cost-effective as it requires less time for hospitalisation, and it is precise and safe, resulting in its effectiveness. The surgery has been reported to heal faster, resulting in a faster recovery period. In addition to that, spine surgery costs in India are significantly lower than in other Western countries, and that is why most foreigners come to India for treatment.