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Lumbar Spine Surgery

(Comprehensive treatment for slip disc, sciatica, and lower back pain with minimally invasive precision)

Chronic lower back pain or shooting leg pain (sciatica) is one of the most common problems I see in my clinic. In many cases, the cause lies in the lumbar spine — where a damaged disc or compressed nerve makes even simple movements painful. When medicines, physiotherapy, and injections don’t provide lasting relief, lumbar spine surgery can safely restore mobility and eliminate pain.

At Bangalore Back, we specialize in endoscopic, microscopic, and minimally invasive lumbar spine surgeries. Using AI-assisted planning, navigation, and real-time neuromonitoring, we perform highly precise procedures that allow most patients to walk within 24 hours.

Understanding Lumbar Spine Surgery

The lumbar spine (lower back) bears the body’s weight and supports movement. Conditions like disc herniation, spinal stenosis, or spondylolisthesis can compress nerves, causing pain, weakness, or numbness.

Lumbar spine surgery aims to decompress the nerves, stabilize the spine, and restore natural alignment. Modern techniques make it possible to achieve this through tiny incisions and minimal blood loss.

Common Conditions We Treat

  • Lumbar disc herniation (slip disc)
  • Lumbar canal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal)
  • Spondylolisthesis (vertebral slippage)
  • Recurrent disc prolapse
  • Degenerative scoliosis
  • Post-traumatic instability
  • Failed back surgery syndrome (revision cases)

When to Consider Surgery

Surgery is advised when pain, numbness, or weakness persists despite non-surgical care, or when there is nerve compression causing neurological deficits.

Typical indications include:

  • Severe or radiating leg pain (sciatica)
  • Weakness or foot drop
  • Numbness or tingling in legs or feet
  • Difficulty standing or walking long distances
  • Progressive deformity or spinal instability
  • MRI showing nerve or spinal cord compression

Types of Lumbar Spine Surgeries

Each patient’s condition is unique, so the surgical plan is individualized using AI-based 3D imaging, robotic navigation, and intraoperative CT for maximum precision.

Procedures offered at Bangalore Back include:

  • Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy: Keyhole surgery through a 1 cm incision to remove a herniated disc.
  • Microscopic / Tubular Microdiscectomy: Removes the disc fragment while preserving muscles.
  • Lumbar Decompression (Laminotomy / Laminectomy): Relieves pressure from spinal stenosis.
  • TLIF / PLIF Fusion Surgery: Stabilizes unstable segments with screws and cages.
  • Dynamic Stabilization or Motion-Preserving Implants: Used when fusion can be avoided.
  • Revision Lumbar Surgery: Corrects failed or incomplete previous operations.

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Why Patients Choose Bangalore Back

  • Expertise in endoscopic, minimally invasive, and fusion spine surgeries
  • AI-assisted planning and robotic navigation for maximum precision
  • Early recovery and same-week return to work programs
  • High safety and success rate with personalized care
  • Trusted by patients across Bangalore, South India, and international destinations

Before & After Clinical Gallery

We showcase real patient cases (with consent), including:

  • Pre- and Post-operative MRIs and X-rays
  • Disc Herniations, Stenosis, and Spondylolisthesis cases
  • Visible improvement in alignment and decompression
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Recovery And Rehabilitation

Thanks to minimally invasive techniques, recovery after lumbar spine surgery is faster and more comfortable than ever before. Most patients start walking within a day and return to daily activities within 2–3 weeks.

 

Typical Recovery Path:

  • Hospital stay: 2–4 days
  • Walking: Within 24 hours
  • Brace: 4–6 weeks (if fusion performed)
  • Return to work: 2–3 weeks (desk jobs)
  • Full recovery: 6–8 weeks with guided physiotherapy

 

We emphasize **early mobilization, muscle reactivation, and posture correction** to prevent recurrence. Our rehabilitation experts guide patients on safe lifting, sitting, and ergonomic habits for long-term spine health.

FAQ’s

Is lumbar spine surgery safe?

Will I be bedridden after surgery?

Is minimally invasive spine surgery available in Bangalore?

What about robotic spine surgery?

Will I need physiotherapy afterward?

Let’s Start Fixing Your Back, Together.

Whether it’s a nagging pain, an unclear diagnosis, or a question about surgery—your spine deserves expert attention. Schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Abhishek Mannem and get a personalized path to recovery.

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