What is the difference between Dementia and Alzheimer's disease?

The term Dementia is a group of symptoms that undesirably impact memory. While Alzheimer's is a progressive brain disease that gradually causes deterioration of memory and cognitive functions.

What is meant by spinal instability or spondylolisthesis?

The excessive movement between two vertebra which causes the misalignment of the vertebra is know as spinal instability.

When should someone consider surgery for the back pain?

A physician refers surgery only when the non-surgical treatment like ice, heat therapy, bed rest, injections, etc. does not work. Also a back pain sufferer may explore alternatives such as acupuncture.

When can I begin walking after spine surgery?

A patient will be able to stand and try to walk after the second or third day of the surgery. However, condition of each patient varies, so it completely depends on the doctor.

What are the indicators that the wound is not healing properly?

The wound may still cause pain even after some time has passed. Symptoms may also include redness, excretion of pus, increased back pain and swelling. it is recommended to visit and consult with the doctor.

What exactly will you do in the Spine surgery?

There are several types of spine surgery (here give backlink to our spine surgery page) that can be performed. According to the surgery, you will be given the exact procedures that will be followed while operating.