HIP PAIN
Your hip joint is surrounded by multiple connective tissues that are designed to withstand a great deal of wear-and-tear. Since daily activities, exercise, and job functions can all put added stress on your hip components, the leading neurology and pain management team at Spinetech can help you get relief from lingering hip pain. Book your hip pain evaluation at any of the practice’s offices in Beaumont, Conroe, Nederland, or Houston, Texas, by clicking on the online scheduler. You can also call your nearest location directly to book.
WHAT IS A DISCECTOMY AND FUSION?
A discectomy is a surgery to eliminate pressure on a spinal nerve by removing part or all of a vertebral disc. This procedure may be performed anywhere along the spine, but it’s most often needed in the lower back or neck.
When the entire disc is removed, a spinal fusion is necessary to stabilize the vertebrae affected by the discectomy. The fusion joins the bones on both sides of the removed disc so they form one bone.
WHAT SPINE CONDITIONS ARE TREATED BY A DISCECTOMY?
Your doctor at Spinetech may recommend a discectomy to treat:
Herniated disc
A herniated disc occurs when the inner gel-like center of the disc pushes through a weak or damaged area of the outer shell. This creates a bulge that pushes against the nearby nerves.
Degenerated disc
Vertebral discs gradually dry out and get thinner over time. Their tough outer shell also becomes damaged by wear-and-tear and injuries. These factors cause disc degeneration.
WHAT IS A DISCECTOMY AND FUSION?
A discectomy is a surgery to eliminate pressure on a spinal nerve by removing part or all of a vertebral disc. This procedure may be performed anywhere along the spine, but it’s most often needed in the lower back or neck.
When the entire disc is removed, a spinal fusion is necessary to stabilize the vertebrae affected by the discectomy. The fusion joins the bones on both sides of the removed disc so they form one bone.