Question 1

What is a Slip Disc?

Accepted Answer

When a portion of the inner ring of a spinal disc protrudes out, the condition causes pain, numbness and tingling. This is called a slip disc.

Question 2

What causes a slip disc?

Accepted Answer

Some of the causes of slip disc are: Poor posture, Advancing age, Frequent bending, twisting, or heavy lifting, Sedentary lifestyle

Question 3

Is there a way to avoid getting a slip disc?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Exercising, maintaining a healthy weight and leading an active lifestyle goes a long way in keeping back problems away. Having a correct posture while sitting, walking and especially while lifting weights is also important. These simple things can keep you away from a slip disc.

Question 4

What will happen if I ignore a slip disc?

Accepted Answer

If you have mild pain which does not bother you, you can ignore it. However, if the symptoms worsen, its best to take doctor’s advice. Ignoring symptoms can lead to complications such as severe pain, incontinence or even complete loss of sensation in the lower body.

Question 5

Do I need to undergo a surgery to resolve my slip disc issue?

Accepted Answer

Not really. Most slip disc issues can be resolved by taking pain medications and injections. Physiotherapy is also recommended for some patients. Yoga and acupuncture also help to alleviate the slip disc symptoms. If none of this works and the symptoms worsen, only then, the doctor would recommend surgery.

Question 6

How painful is the slip disc surgery?

Accepted Answer

There is some pain associated with every surgery. You will have some mild discomfort in the initial days. Pain medication will be suggested by the doctor which will help you overcome it.

Question 7

How soon can I recover from a slip disc surgery?

Accepted Answer

The recovery period depends on the extent of damage in the spine and the type of surgery that the doctor recommends. Each of the procedures have different recovery times. However, after the surgery, you can recover completely within 3-6 months with proper physiotherapy.

Question 8

Can a slip disc recur after surgery?

Accepted Answer

There is a possibility that the slip disc symptoms don’t go away even after surgery. This happens especially in cases where the patient does not take adequate care after surgery. Exercising, physiotherapy and avoiding overuse, lifting weights and maintaining right posture after the surgery are all very important. Not taking care of these might result in recurrence of the problem.

Question 9

What is the cost of a slip disc surgery?

Accepted Answer

The cost of the surgery varies based on the severity or complexity of the procedure, and the procedure chosen. Please refer to the procedure page for more details on Ayu Health packages.

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