A person after spine surgery takes almost 10 to 12 weeks to get back to normal life, however if an individual is fit and active and has healthy muscles then this recovery time is reduced to 6 to 7 weeks. With the latest techniques and advanced medical procedures doctors try to shorten this time period of recovery. Let’s learn more about types of problems associated with the spine and how to take care of your back after the spine surgery.
There are two major types of problems associated with the spine. One when protruding or torn discs gets separated with the stretchy cushions disabling the spine’s proper functionality. Reasons can be due to putting up a lot of pressure on it or simply a prolonged bad posture. Second, sometimes bones get enlarged, this condition is called osteoarthritis. Extra bone takes up extra space, which results in hindrance in the movement of neurons through the gaps. This is a severe issue and needs special attention by a medical practitioner. Once you discuss the same with the orthopedic doctor he/she will guide you with a few medications or a surgery, depending on your condition of severity.
Here’s a guide to know few tips and tricks to take care of your back after getting your spine surgery done:
1. Heat Compression: your doctor will suggest you to follow the heat and cold compression routine after the spine’s surgery. The heat will give you comfort and will enable the movement. However, direct heat may cause problems so always consult your doctor before getting any heat pad on your back.
2. Supporting your back: first few weeks will be bed rest but as soon as you are ready to sit, provide support to your back. Maintain a good posture and sit in it to avoid unnecessary bending to the right or left or front or back as this might strain your back.
3. Do not lift heavy things: The spine and muscles just after surgery become fragile, so give them some time to recover. After the spine surgery doctors advise a light exercise of lifting very light weights to check the progress but for the time period of 10 weeks stay away from weights.
4. Ask your doctor about taking a shower: in some cases, a bandage is given to the patient around the waist to support and movement is also restricted to some extent, so in order to protect it from getting wet, wait for a stipulated time before taking a shower.
5. Avoid any type of intoxication: smoking, as this can slow down the healing process should be avoided, however in some cases coffee and tea should also be limited to heal faster. Doctors also advise to keep weight under control and watch the diet so that no excess weight is added on the spine.
Dr. Amit Kumar Agarwal is a well-known spine surgeon in Delhi. He has secured qualifications and various degrees like: MBBS, MS(Orth)PGI, DNB(Orth), MCh(Orth) UK, MCh(Orth) USAIM, Dip.Sicot(Belgium) MNAMS, MIMSA. He is one of the best orthopedic surgeons in Delhi. He has more than 12 years of experience in the field of orthopedics treatments and surgeries. Furthermore, he has practiced in Apollo hospital, Delhi as well. So, if you are looking for spine surgery in Delhi, Dr Amit Kumar Agarwal should be your first choice. He has been associated with AIIMS, New Delhi, PGI, Chandigarh and NHS(UK). He is also awarded with multiple medals for his outstanding contribution in the medical field. We have a 95% and above satisfaction rate with our patients.
