The decision to have spine surgery can be a significant life-changing event. A successful spine surgery can give many patients relief from debilitating back or neck pain. Thanks to the technological advancements in spinal surgeries and minimally-invasive surgical techniques, most surgeries are done on an outpatient basis, allowing the patient to return home the same day.
If you have been suffering with consistent back pain, you may be considering surgery. But how do you know if spine surgery is your next step? There are several steps in treating back pain, and surgery is almost always the last one. Most back pain will resolve with conservative treatments.
Did you know there are 23 discs in your spine? These discs aid in the everyday functioning of your spine. They provide cushion between your vertebrae and give the spine its flexibility. They also help to preserve and protect your vital nerve column. Each disc is made up of a tough, rubbery exterior called the annulus.
According to a report by Georgetown University, nearly 65 million Americans report a recent episode of back pain. Did you know that back pain is also the leading cause for missed work- days? Our goal is to help. The human back is an amazing structure. It is composed of a complex structure of muscles, ligaments, tendons, discs, and bones.
The human spine plays a vital role in stability, smooth movement, and protection of the delicate spinal cord. The Spine Clinic of Oklahoma City is a state of the art spinal medicine practice founded by Dr. Brett Braly. Dr. Braly works to offer new, cutting edge techniques in spinal medicine through minimally invasive procedures to save patients from the trauma of surgery.
