Minimally invasive treatment of intervertebral disc and nerve root
Indications
- Prolapsed intervertebral disc
- Stenosis of the spinal canal or neuroforamina (narrowing of the spinal canal or nerve canal)
- Radiating pain
- Post-nucleotomy syndrome (complaints following surgery for a herniated intervertebral disc)
- Acute and chronic nerve root irritation (sciatica)
Significance
The treatment of specific pain is possible due to this blocking technique based on navigation with computed tomography. However, an exact diagnosis is a prerequisite. Auxiliary treatment, such as coordinated physiotherapy, must follow. Treatment is carried out once a week. Just five sessions are usually sufficient for a significant improvement or complete recovery from radicular pain.
Advantages
This minimally invasive procedure can be performed in a radiological treatment centre. Complex open surgery can often be avoided. Medication use may be reduced following the procedure.
Follow-up treatment
Differential physiotherapy should begin immediately after the procedure. Coordination between the treating physician and the physiotherapist is essential.
Ability to work
Depending on the diagnosis, light physical work can usually be resumed one to two weeks after the procedure.
Sporting activities
Sport is usually possible after completion of treatment.