Surgical Treatments
If you choose to have surgery, your physical condition and your mental attitude will determine your body’s ability to heal. It is important to approach your surgery with confidence, a positive attitude, and a thorough understanding of the anticipated outcome.
The decision to have surgery includes weighing the risks and benefits involved. You will make the final decision, so please ask questions about anything you do not understand.
If you are trying to determine the treatment you may want to look into conservative treatments.
If your chronic pain has not responded to conservative treatment and prevents normal lifestyle activities, your doctor may recommend surgery. The goal of surgery is to correct the problem creating the pressure on, or irritation of nerves, causing symptoms of pain and weakness.
