Microdiskectomy: Anatomy, Step by Step Procedure, Risks, Recovery, and Restrictions

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Hello friends, today I'm bringing you a video overview of the lumbar microdiskectomy. This is the most common minimally invasive surgical procedure I perform on patients with herniated disks.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:48 - Anatomy
04:01 - Surgical Procedure Steps
10:28 - Risks, Recovery, Restrictions,
16:15 - Conclusion

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[xrcrx]

I had this procedure done in 2003. It changed my life for the better! When I woke up from surgery, the pain was gone. When the sedative wore off, I found that my spinal muscles were tight from 15 years of being in mild spasm. Took about three months of stretching exercises to be back to 100 percent. I've had no relapse. I'm doing great. Life is good!

[pingj]

I just had this done at L4/L5 last week. My surgeon was good, but didn’t explain in as much detail as this. Thank you

[vinodchhiller]

I yesterday got my surgery (microdisectomy) done & now feeling much better & can now walk with little support. I will be able to walk properly in few days... In my case all my nerves were pressed by herniated disc just leaving 1mm space to canal. Person with spinal issues should always do daily exercises as suggested by physiotherapist

[mariaharcher-vanhemert]

Having this next month. Never been so excited in my life to have a surgery. Been in debilitating pain for 6 months. I'm just ready for some relief and to start to heal even if nerves take a year to heal. Thank you for the video

[svarasnj]

Wow… im speechless, dr. Thank you so much for these videos. They are so informative and visual its just unbelievable.
Im dealing with herniating disks, tingling and numbness in my leg and currently going through the PT. Cortisone shots and even a surgery might be a thing in a near future.
Watching these videos tremendously helped me to understand the mechanics and the complexity of the surgery.
Thank you and keep up a great work

[darlenejohnson]

I have had 2 back surgery. I have never heard back surgery explained so deeply. Ty.

[tomilous]

This is so helpful! Your explanations are concise and clear. I’ve worked with many doctors who could do well to watch this for their patient communications. Thank you.

[JulesA]

I've been struggling with the sciatica-like pain for a year now. After exhausting all the conservative treatment options (PT, epidural steroid shot), I am finally getting scheduled for this surgery. I'm only 38 but have been walking with a cane for a year because of the L4-L5, and L5-S1 discs herniation. I am nervous but also can't wait to get some relief!

I LOVE that there are videos of medical procedures on YT because I am super fascinated with the body and what things look like inside.

Thank you for sharing this information and educating the masses!

[ericmiller]

I’m lying in bed load op. I really appreciate the thougrough explanation. Im an analytical person and I really appreciated the way you explained wirh before and after. I had a too basic explanation prior to which was fine but I am the type of person that really appreciates this type of explanation. Thank you so much!

[drsusanlwatson]

After a failed laminectomy, I was left with trapped nerves in the fusion of the L5 S1 region of my spine. This left me in great pain and a decreased quality of life. I will be contacting this spinal specialist to discover what options I have. Warning: Before making any decisions about spinal surgeries, I strongly suggest you look into all of the available options. Surgeries are a last resort.

[stefanlagrange]

Thanks for a very informative video! I am in my 3rd week of recovery. The nerve damage caused a dropped foot, so I am already receiving physiotherapy treatment in conjunction with a daily exercise program.

[dunkaroo]

Extremely useful video. Thank you for taking the time to make it. I had a microdiscectomy five days ago. Just like you, my surgeon mentioned mild pain after and possibly not needing opioids. Given that mentality, I went home without the correct pain management plan and got stuck in bed due to extreme pain and could not move. I know everyone is different but it seems like surgeons like to optimistically downplay pain often, which in my case led to a fairly traumatic experience.

[ClubmanGT]

Thank you very much. I’m a doctor about to have this procedure. This is a fabulous explanation.

[ingunabinane]

I had mine two weeks ago and I spend four days at the hospital. I was admitted the day before the surgery. After the surgery I had to spend the night in the ICU regardless of my condition, and I did not have any complications after the surgery. The physical therapist came to me the next day after the surgery and taught me how to get out of the bed properly, get dressed and what kind of exercise to do etc. The doctor came every morning to change the bandage and monitor the healing process. When I was discharged a medical professional changed my bandage every three days to prevent any post surgery complications. But I guess every country has different guidelines.

[kallinhugewin]

Hi Doctor, your vedio is very helpful and so clear. I should have watch your vedio before my surgery. So, I can very careful post surgery. But I just found out now. I had done decompressive hemilaminectomy with discectomy on rigjt L5/S1 six weeks ago. As soon as I had surgery my right leg feels free but the little numbness left. After 4weeks I did normal activity and drive the car. But I started feel pain burning sensation from the butt through the leg and numbness on the little toe. I am worry now. What can happen to me? Do I need another surgery? I feel like my happinest took away now. Plesase advise what should I do? Does disc herniation again? Thanks! for your vedio.

[cijiegk]

Thanks for this video, very helpful. Why does plucking out the disc herniation cause scarring? Maybe a silly question but is it because it’s ripping it off and causing bleeding

[deliagrowen]

What happened to the bone remove? Does it have effect in the future?

[thehammerable]

Very informative video thank you doctor. I have a mild herniated disc slight bulge. I have leg pain it was as 9 out of 10. I was offered to get a steroid epidural injection or this surgery I choose the injection the pain went down to a 6 now. I was told to do lots of cardio lose weight and stop lifting for 6 weeks but the million dollar question is the doctor nurse won't tell me if it will heal on its own or how long will It take to heal but they offered surgery but I'm really trying to avoid it. But I'm very glad u been very specific on this surgery because I'm starting to consider it.

[Mlleekomi]

This is the best video yet explaining the surgery thank you very much

[annm]

I am a 70 year old woman who had this surgery 10 weeks ago. I watched before the surgery but afterwards because I had significant pain in my right calf two-three weeks afterward. It was reassuring to me that my pain was to be expected. The fourth week the pain disappeared. I did a lot of research but this video helped me the most. I feel that I am fully recovered.