NUCLEOPLASTY
Disc herniation or slipped disc is a very common problem of spine. In Disc Herniation or slipped disc as called in common language is a condition where the disc slips out and starts compressing the nerve thereby leading to pain, numbness and weakness. Nucleoplasty is one of the best treatment for slipped disc or herniated disc. It is a minimally invasive procedure done with image guidance done with aim to reduce the pain and symptoms caused by herniated or slipped disc. Patients who have pain in the back from long time and are also facing problem of unstability are good candidates for a nucleoplasty procedure.
PROCEDURE
Nucleoplasty procedure is best done by a spine specialist trained in minimally invasive or endoscopic spine surgery. Dr Sudeep Jain performs the procedure on regular basis at New Delhi Hospital. Nucleoplasty can be done in Day Care or with one day stay in hospital depending upon the patient comfort after the procedure. MRI is generally the best investigation for diagnosing slipped disc and planning nucleoplasy procedure. It is a minimally invasive procedure and done under small anaesthesia. You can resume your normal activities in few days. After the procedure there might be some discomfort but will go away in a day or two.
EFFICACY
Patients suffering with slipped disc or herniated disc suffer with severe back pain and problem in doing their normal work. It is important for such patients to consult a good spine specialist as soon as possible so that the damage due to the disc protusion can be minimized and best treatment can be opted for. Nucleoplasty is one of the best and most effective solution for such patients. Dr Sudeep Jain has been trained in performing all kinds of minimally invasive and endoscopic procedures and has given best results by treating the patients with herniated disc and giving them a better life.
