Spine pain is a common condition that can affect people of all ages. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including: Degenerative changes: As we age, our spine naturally degenerates, making it more susceptible to injury and pain. Herniated discs: A herniated disc occurs when the soft, gel-like center of a spinal disc pushes through a tear in its outer ring. This can compress the spinal nerves and cause pain, numbness, and tingling. Spinal stenosis: Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal, which can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. Spondylolisthesis: This condition occurs when one vertebra slips out of place over the vertebra below it. Scoliosis: Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine. Injuries: Spine injuries can occur due to falls, accidents, and sports injuries. Infections: Infections of the spine are rare, but can cause severe pain and inflammation. Symptoms of spine pain can vary depending on the underlying cause. Some common symptoms include: Back pain Neck pain Pain that radiates down the legs or arms Numbness or tingling in the legs or arms Weakness in the legs or arms Difficulty walking or standing Loss of balance Minimally invasive spine interventions (MIS) are a group of procedures that are used to treat spine pain. MIS procedures are less invasive than traditional open spine surgery, and they typically involve smaller incisions and less muscle dissection. This can result in shorter recovery times and less pain. Some of the most common MIS procedures for spine pain include: Epidural steroid injections: These injections deliver steroids to the epidural space, which is the area around the spinal cord. Steroids can help to reduce inflammation and pain. Facet joint injections: These injections deliver medication to the facet joints, which are small joints that connect the vertebrae. Facet joint injections can help to relieve pain and stiffness in the back and neck. Selective nerve root blocks: These injections deliver medication to a specific nerve root. Selective nerve root blocks can be used to diagnose and treat nerve pain. Percutaneous discectomy: This procedure is used to remove a herniated disc. A small needle is inserted into the disc and the herniated material is removed. Kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty: These procedures are used to treat spinal fractures. A small needle is inserted into the vertebra and a cement-like material is injected to stabilize the fracture. MIS procedures can be very effective in relieving spine pain. However, it is important to note that they are not always a cure for spine pain. Some patients may need to have repeated MIS procedures or other treatments, such as open spine surgery. If you are experiencing spine pain, it is important to see a doctor to determine the underlying cause and discuss your treatment options. MIS procedures may be a good option for you if you are looking for a less invasive way to relieve your pain.

Spine Endoscopy: Endoscopic Discectomy for slipped disc and sciatica Endoscopic Discectomy is a minimally invasive spine interventional technique that utilizes an endoscope to treat herniated disc, protruded disc or disc bulge, extruded, or degenerative discs that are a contributing factor to leg and back pain. Since we don’t have to cut the muscles and bones to open the entire spine, spine endoscopy has shown to be a boon for patients with spine problems. With the advancement in technology using 3 Chip camera and 4K monitors, now we can see each and every structure inside with more clarity and thus can avoid injury to important structures. At IPSC, we have best of the equipment’s for your safety and efficacy of the procedure. Endoscopic spine procedure uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end (endoscope) to visualize the spine and perform surgery. The endoscope is inserted through a small incision in the back, and the pain specialist uses specialized instruments to remove the herniated disc material or relieve pressure on the nerve root. Endoscopic spine surgery is a safe and effective procedure for the treatment of slipped disc, bulging disc, and sciatica. It offers a number of advantages over traditional open spine surgery, including: Smaller incisions Less muscle disruption Less blood loss Less pain Quicker recovery time Endoscopic spine surgery is typically performed under Local Anesthesia at IPSC Hospital. The patient is positioned on their stomach on the operating table. The surgeon makes a small incision in the back, near the affected disc. The endoscope is inserted through the incision and guided to the disc. The surgeon then uses specialized instruments to remove the herniated disc material or relieve pressure on the nerve root. Once the surgery is complete, the endoscope and instruments are removed, and the incision is closed. The patient is usually discharged from the hospital the same day or the next day. Endoscopic spine surgery has a high success rate in relieving pain and improving function in patients with slipped disc, bulging disc, and sciatica. Most patients experience significant pain relief within a few days of surgery. Most patients are able to return to their normal activities within a few weeks.

Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty for Osteoporotic spine fracture and spine metastasis Advanced age, asthma, diabetes, emphysema, menopause, chronic steroid use and rheumatoid arthritis are all risk factors for osteoporosis. The resultant weakening of bones can lead to compression fractures of the spine causing severe pain, deformity, loss of height, immobilization, and in some cases, failure to thrive. Historically, vertebral compression fractures have been treated either with conservative methods of cast or brace immobilization with long term bed resting or with major surgery. This surgery requires a long incision, screws and rods for fixation and is done under general Anaesthesia. These treatments are limited by long recovery times and disruption of daily life. Now, these painful spine fractures can be treated with a Minimally Invasive, Non Surgical procedure known as VERTEBROPLASTY, an innovative alternative to traditional treatments which stabilizes fractures of the spine safely and effectively, often providing immediate pain relief.

At IPSC India, we believe in managing our chronic spinal pain patients with minimally invasive technique. But, there are conditions where we prefer to go for open spinal surgical procedures over less invasive techniques. At times, we do have patients who need urgent surgeries to prevent them from going into permanent damage. There are multiple myths about spine surgeries and decision to have spinal surgery can be difficult specially when we have multiple “free of cost advises” flouting around us. Spine fixation surgery is a type of spine surgery that uses screws, rods, and other implants to stabilize the spine. It is often used to treat conditions that cause instability of the spine, such as spondylolisthesis and fractures. Spine fixation surgery can also be used to treat conditions that cause pain and nerve compression, such as herniated discs and spinal stenosis.

Struggling with chronic neck or back pain from facet joints? Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) could be your answer. This minimally invasive procedure uses radio waves to target and disable nerves that send pain signals, offering long-lasting relief without surgery.