Spine Surgeon in Kolkata
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Overview
Are you experiencing persistent back pain? A spinal cord injury can be a life-altering event. It can affect the spinal cord, the bundle of nerves that transmits signals between your brain and body, impacting mobility, sensation, and overall quality of life. Spinal cord injuries can occur due to trauma, degenerative conditions, or structural abnormalities. Book an appointment with Dr. Rohit Mishra for early diagnosis and spine treatment in Kolkata.
Types of Spinal Cord Injuries
- Complete injury – Total loss of function below the injured area.
- Incomplete injury – Partial function remains, depending on the severity.
- Traumatic injury – Caused by accidents, falls or direct impact.
- Non-traumatic injury – Due to infections, tumours or degenerative diseases.
Different types of spine injuries include:
- Cervical (C1-C8): Injury in the neck region that affects arms, hands, trunk and legs.
- Thoracic (T1-T12): Injury in the upper and middle back that impacts trunk and legs.
- Lumbar (L1-L5): Injury in the lower back that affects hips and legs
Common Signs & Symptoms
Loss of movement or sensation
Loss of movement or sensation
Difficulty breathing or speaking
Difficulty breathing or speaking
Pain, weakness or numbness
Pain, weakness or numbness
Loss of bladder or bowel control
Loss of bladder or bowel control
Muscle spasms or exaggerated reflexes
Muscle spasms or exaggerated reflexes
Intense pain/pressure feeling
Intense pain/pressure feeling
Sexual dysfunction
Sexual dysfunction
Temperature regulation issues
Temperature regulation issues
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Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries
- Traumatic events like car accidents or falls from height
- Sports injuries
- Workplace accidents
- Herniated disc
- Violence/Trauma
- Degenerative disc diseases
- Tumours or infections
- Diseases like osteoporosis or cancer
- Backbreaking activities
- Vascular conditions
Diagnosis of Spinal Cord Injuries
As a renowned spinal surgery doctor in Kolkata, Dr. Rohit Mishra recommends thorough diagnosis, such as physical exams and imaging tests, including:
Emergency assessment (ASIA scale)
Emergency assessment (ASIA scale)
CT scans
CT scans
MRI scans
MRI scans
X-rays
X-rays
Myelogram
Myelogram
Neurological examination
Neurological examination
Electromyography (EMG)
Electromyography (EMG)
Somatosensory evoked potential testing
Somatosensory evoked potential testing
Spine Treatment in Kolkata
Dr. Mishra offers a range of back and spine surgery options as well as neuro spine surgery in Kolkata, including:
- Discectomy: To remove a damaged or herniated spinal disc.
- Laminectomy: To relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
- Minimally invasive spine surgery: Smaller incisions are used for conditions like a Herniated disc and Degenerative disc disease.
- Spinal fusion: Stabilises the spine by fusing vertebrae.
- Artificial disc replacement: Replacing a damaged disc with an artificial one.
- Vertebroplasty: Injecting bone cement into fractured vertebrae.
- Rehabilitation therapy: To regain strength, mobility and function.
- Back surgery: For spinal deformity correction.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I consider spine surgery?
If non-surgical treatments fail and pain affects daily activities, your doctor may suggest surgery as the only practical option.
Can spinal surgery treat chronic back pain?
Yes, for conditions like a herniated disc or spinal stenosis, surgery can relieve chronic pain.
What is the cost range for spine surgery?
The expenses of spine surgery vary by procedure complexity and hospital facilities. You may contact your insurance provider for insurance coverage.
What is the recovery time after a discectomy?
Recovery from the surgery varies, but most patients return to normal activities within a few weeks. Consult with your doctor to discuss your concerns.
Will I need physical therapy after surgery?
Yes. You will need rehabilitation to restore strength, flexibility and function after surgery.