The fear of surgery is perfectly normal, especially when it comes to the spine. Uncertainty and concern about the outcome can significantly affect the patient’s psychology.

“However, the progress of medical science and technology now allows for the safe and effective treatment of spine problems, with the aim of improving the quality of life of patients,” he said. Panagiotis Zoumboulis Spine Surgeon, Director of Spine Clinical Deforms in Metropolitan Hospital & Assistant Professor of Orthopedics.

Severe and degenerative spine diseases

“It is important to make a clear distinction between severe diseases, such as osteoporotic fractures or malignant tumors, which require immediate surgical treatment of degenerative diseases, such as spondylarthritis and the deformation of the spine, which develops and develops. In cases such as the intervertebral disc herniation, the need for surgery is carefully evaluated, as it can be treated either preservatives with physiotherapy and kinesiotherapy or surgically when the symptoms are severe and limit the patient’s activity, ”the expert explains.

Success Factors of a Surgery

The success of a surgery depends on various factors. In addition to the technical training and experience of the surgeon, the patient’s proper approach is decisive. The doctor has to understand the patient’s expectations and concerns, carefully evaluate his daily life and propose the best possible solution based on his medical history and personal needs.

Progress in surgical techniques

“Spine surgery has made significant progress in recent years. Technological evolution has improved both surgical techniques and anesthesiological management, making surgery safer and shorter recovery time. Today, minimally invasive techniques allow patients to mobilize faster and return quickly to their daily activities, ”he says.

The safety of modern surgery

“It is understood that many patients are wondering about the safety of these operations. Modern medicine, with the development of technology and the accumulation of scientific knowledge, ensures that surgical interventions are performed with the highest possible accuracy and safety. The crucial point is not only the intervention itself but also the patient’s postoperative course. Rapid rehabilitation, proper physiotherapeutic support and personalized medical care make a decisive contribution to the success of the result, “he says.

Conclusions

“The main objective of any surgery in the spine is to relieve pain, restore functionality and improve the quality of life of the patient. With proper preparation, confidence in the specialized surgeon and proper information, patients can feel safe for their choice, knowing that the outcome of the surgery will meet their expectations, “concludes Mr Zoumboulis.

*The orthopedic clinic of Metropolitan Hospital With the support of modern technology and the implementation of the most up -to -date medical methods, it treats the full range of both emergencies and chronic orthopedic diseases. To Spine Therapeutic acids and chronic diseases, both preservatives (epidural infusions – modern physiotherapy), as well as surgically (breeze, posterior vertebral, vertebraloplasty, cystoplasty) are approached. The human resources of the Orthopedic Clinic has a great deal of experience in the application of all modern techniques, to ensure the most proper choice of the therapeutic method to deal with any incident.