The desire to avoid the removal of an intervertebral hernia at all costs can lead to irreversible dysfunctions in some parts of the body. Rehabilitation specialist Vyacheslav Ushakov told socialbites.ca about this.
“My colleagues and I have now been dealing with a patient with a herniated disc for about three years. During exacerbations, she even experienced disturbances in the functioning of the pelvic organs. The functions of the pelvic organs were restored, but the function of the foot was not restored, now the patient lives with a “slap” foot. Of course, we are working on its restoration, but in principle, we would not be faced with such a task with timely surgeries to remove the intervertebral hernia, ”said Ushakov.
Also, do not be afraid of a long recovery. As Ushakov explains, in most clinics the patient is discharged on the day of surgery. It is worth starting rehabilitation the very next day, preferably under the supervision of a doctor experienced in healing patients after surgery.
“After three to six months, you can return to full-fledged training in the gym, but everything is individual. It depends on the person’s activity before surgery and the condition of their muscles and vertebrae afterward, – explained Ushakov, – but any surgery requires rehabilitation measures. Therefore, I encourage patients to refer to professional rehabilitation specialists who specialize in recovery after such operations. It is worth at least going on a first date and getting some advice, ”explained Ushakov.
Read more about why you shouldn’t be afraid to have a hernia removed and whether it can harm your health – in material “socialbites.ca”.