Surgery for Sciatica Pain

Sciatica is caused by several different problems, one of which is a herniated disc. Normally, this surgery is not performed until all other options have been exhausted and is reserved for times when symptoms of significant weakness or bowel or bladder incontinence occur.  There are several different surgical options for sciatica cures and these included a lumbar laminectomy, with diskectomy.  This is wherethe surgeon will remove the portion of the herniated disc that is compressing the nerve.  In past years, this type of surgery was considered very risky but with toda’s technology, it is performed more commonly and the patient is home within a day or two. Before deciding on surgical intervention, you should weigh the advantages and disadvantages of the procedure.  

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