Spine surgery is a medical procedure performed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves, stabilize the spine, or correct spinal deformities. It is often recommended for patients with persistent back or neck pain, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, fractures, or degenerative spine conditions that do not respond to non-surgical treatments.

• Indications: Herniated or slipped discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, fractures, or chronic nerve compression causing pain or weakness.
• Procedure: Depending on the condition, procedures include discectomy (removal of herniated disc), laminectomy (decompression), spinal fusion (stabilization using bone grafts and implants), or minimally invasive spine surgery.
• Anesthesia: Usually performed under general anesthesia, though minimally invasive procedures may use regional anesthesia in select cases.
• Advantages: Relieves nerve compression, reduces chronic pain, restores spinal stability and mobility, and improves overall quality of life.
• Recovery & Care: Hospital stay ranges from 2–5 days depending on the procedure. Physical therapy and gradual rehabilitation are crucial for recovery and strengthening the spine.
• Precautions: Avoid heavy lifting and twisting for several weeks, maintain good posture, follow physiotherapy routines, and attend all follow-up appointments for spinal assessment.