Common surgical treatments for lumbar disc herniation include non-fusion surgery, intervertebral foramenoscopy surgery, lumbar spine fusion surgery, etc. Common precautions include wearing protective gears, diet, wound cleaning, etc. Post-operative precautions for different surgeries are different, so it is recommended to ask the relevant medical personnel after the surgery and take corresponding measures according to the disease.
1. Non-fusion surgery: A supportive device is placed between the normal spinous processes to ensure the normal movement of the lumbar spine. After the surgery, it is recommended not to move too much too soon and to get out of bed as little as possible in January. It is recommended to protect the lumbar region, maintain good working and living habits, and not to overwork to avoid secondary injuries.
2. Intervertebral foramenoscopy surgery: The surgery is to completely remove the protruding nucleus pulposus and hyperplastic bone outside of the intervertebral foramen safety triangle and intervertebral disc fibrous ring to relieve the pressure on the nerve root. It is recommended to wear lumbar protection for at least one month after the surgery, do not sit for a long time or bend over and bear weight, and do not recommend drinking alcohol for 3 months after the surgery.
3. Lumbar spine fusion surgery: this surgery can fix and fuse the corresponding diseased segments, and it is recommended to wear the brace for at least 2 months after the surgery, during which you can go down to the ground normally, but should not overwork. It is recommended to keep the wound clean, change the medicine every 3 days, and consume more high-protein food to facilitate wound healing.
If the lumbar disc herniation surgery is not paid attention to may produce adverse complications, such as unclear type of surgery is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner, follow the doctor’s instructions for rest and conditioning, to avoid adverse consequences.