Facet Joint Spine Surgery

Facet joint spine surgery is a procedure aimed at addressing facet joint syndrome or chronic back pain related to spinal arthritis. During this surgery, the problematic vertebrae are fused to restrict joint mobility and alleviate discomfort. The spine comprises 24 non-fused vertebrae, each with two facet joints surrounded by fibrous ligaments and synovial fluid to facilitate smooth movement.

Benefits of Facet Joint Spine Surgery in India

Facet joint surgery offers significant advantages, including:
  • Accurate Diagnosis: Facet-joint injections serve as a minimally invasive diagnostic tool to confirm whether lumbar pain originates from the facet joint.
  • Pain Relief Without Major Surgery: When combined with physical therapy and medications, it reduces inflammation, enhances functionality, and improves the patient's overall quality of life without requiring extensive surgery.
  • Quick and Effective Relief: FStudies show that facet-joint injections can provide rapid and effective relief from lower back pain.

Who Requires Facet Joint Spine Surgery?

Surgery is recommended for patients experiencing:
  • 1. Dislocated or severely fractured facets that cannot be managed non-surgically.
  • 2. Coexisting conditions such as lumbar herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, or symptomatic lumbar spinal stenosis.
  • 3. Issues related to cysts, spinal tumors, or cauda equina syndrome.

Facet Joint Spine Surgery Procedure

Facet joint surgery aims to stabilize the motion segment and reduce pain. Depending on the patient's condition, multiple procedures may be performed during a single surgery, including:
  • 1. Vertebral Decompression:A laminectomy removes the back part of a vertebra to address conditions like spondylolisthesis, where one vertebra slips over another and compresses the spinal cord or nerves..
  • 2. Reduction: Repairs broken facets, typically caused by high-energy trauma. Other damaged structures, such as discs or vertebrae, are treated simultaneously.
  • 3. Facetectomy:Removes bone spurs encroaching on the spinal cord or nerves by trimming parts of the facet joint.

Facet surgeries are minimally invasive, requiring small incisions and causing minimal tissue damage, leading to quicker recovery times.

Recovery and Post-Operative Care

Recovery from facet joint spine surgery may take longer than other spine procedures such as discectomy or foraminotomy.

Key Recovery Information:
  • Wound Care: Keep the wound dry and change dressings as necessary.
  • Physiotherapy:ecommended to strengthen back muscles, improve flexibility, and accelerate healing. Inpatient physical therapy may be required for 1-5 days after surgery.

Risks and Complications

Facet joint injections and surgeries have minimal risks, but potential complications include:
  • Allergic Reactions:Rare, usually limited to local anesthetics or steroids.
  • Bleeding:Rare, primarily in patients with pre-existing bleeding disorders or on blood thinners.
  • Infection: Occurs in less than 1-2% of cases, with severe infections being even rarer (0.01-0.1%).

Cost of Facet Joint Spine Surgery in India

Facet joint spine surgery in India is cost-effective, offering high success rates at competitive prices.

Treatment Cost Start From($) Hospital Stay
Facet Joint Spine Surgery 3,900-4,700 2-4 Days
Spine Surgery 4,500-5,500 2-3 Days
Multiple Scoliosis Surgery 8,500-10,500 5-7 Days
Spinal Fusion Surgery 12,500-14,500 2-4 Days
Spinal Decompression Surgery 12,500-14,500 4-5 Days

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ's)

No, the cost does not include food and accommodation. Assistance is provided to help patients find suitable, budget-friendly accommodations near the hospital.

Costs can be lowered by opting for shared accommodations or choosing hospitals in a lower pricing category.

Prepayment is optional. Patients can pay either before or after arriving in India. Online payment details are provided for prepayment.

Important Notes

  • Prices are subject to change with prior notice.
  • Costs may vary depending on the patient's condition at the time of admission.
  • A final estimate will be provided during admission.

Universelle Medicaid offers specialized facet joint spine surgery with experienced professionals, ensuring excellent care and successful outcomes at affordable rates.

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