Basics And Benefits Of Orthopaedic And Spine Surgery

Orthopaedic doctors in India have radically changed the modern ways of treating musculoskeletal conditions by offering practical solutions that help patients heal and recover from spinal deformities. As technology advances, new ways exist to diagnose and treat spinal conditions.

What Is An Orthopaedic Doctor?

An orthopaedic doctor is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the musculoskeletal system. Orthopaedic doctors diagnose various conditions, from fractures and sports injuries to arthritis. They provide different rent treatments for musculoskeletal conditions that are surgical and non-surgical, from physical therapy.

Orthopaedic doctors, In contrast to Physiotherapists

These two professions are similar in dealing with the musculoskeletal system. The musculoskeletal system includes bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. While Orthopaedic doctors focus on the diagnosis and surgical/no surgical treatments, physiotherapists concentrate on restoring the function of the musculoskeletal system through physical techniques and rehabilitation.

Common Spinal Conditions

• Scoliosis is the abnormal spine curving, usually bending the spine in a C or S-shaped way. This condition can be seen by one's body bending or leaning towards one side. It is generally diagnosed among children and adolescents.

• Herniated disc-also called a ruptured disc, is when a jelly-like fluid pushes out of the spinal disc through a crack in the stricter outer layer, usually causing pain and numbness.

• Osteoporosis is more prevalent in older people, usually affecting their backs and spines because of lower bone mass. The bones in the spine become fractured in such a way that it creates a bad posture or even creates collapsed vertebrae.
  
  

Diagnosis For Spinal Conditions

There are so many ways to diagnose spinal issues. These methods include physical diagnosis, imaging and tests.

Physical Diagnosis

• This includes a doctor-patient conversation regarding the condition's symptoms and medical history. Followed by testing and checking reflexes, nerves, muscle strength and sensation.

Imaging

Imaging includes several tests done to create a visual representation of the body's internal structure. Here are some of the most common imaging tests conducted.

• X-rays usually reveal bone structures, including fractures and misalignments, but they are less effective because they do not reveal tissue structures.

• MRI (magnetic Resonance Imaging)is handy because it can precisely view and capture every detail, from bones to soft tissues. It can help detect conditions affecting the spinal cord, like herniated discs and tumours.

• Although CT and X-rays are similar, they are more advanced and detailed as they provide 3D scans.
  
  

Surgical Spine Treatment

Spine surgeries can be done to correct some of the conditions and alleviate pain. Here are some spine surgeries that help correct the posture, relieve pain and straighten the spine.

• Laminotomy and Laminectomy procedures are similar. While laminotomy involves the partial removal of the lamina, laminectomy involves the complete removal. These procedures aim to relieve pain or any discomfort on a particular nerve.

• Discectomy involves the removal of damaged discs or herniated discs to relieve nerve pressure and pain.
  
  

Spine surgery in Ludhiana is influenced by several factors, including the procedure being done on the patient and the severity of the spinal condition. In conclusion, spine surgeries ensure that the patient faces no discomfort and has a better spinal shape and body posture.