Questions For Your Surgeon About Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Any type of surgery, regardless of the procedure, is one that deserves your full and undivided attention. The more you learn upfront the less stress you’ll have as your surgery closes in.

With minimally invasive spine surgery, it’s imperative to ask your surgeon a variety of questions. The answers you receive will clear your mind, provide guidance on what’s to come, and give you the confidence you need to forge ahead.

Here are seven questions to ask your surgeon:

·      What are the benefits of minimally invasive spine surgery as compared to open back surgery?

·      Is it true that minimally invasive spine surgery typically has a shorter hospital stay?

·      What are the primary risks and complications associated with minimally invasive spine surgery?

·      What is the typical recovery period after minimally invasive spine surgery?

·      Is it true that minimally invasive spine surgeries can be performed on an outpatient basis?

·      Is there any reason to opt against minimally invasive spine surgery?

·      What do I need to do in order to prepare for this type of surgery?

With so many benefits of minimally invasive spine surgery, it’s important to learn more about this procedure if it could have a positive impact on your life.

If you have any questions about minimally invasive spine surgery, you’re in the right place. We’re more than happy to answer your questions, provide professional guidance, and help you decide if this type of procedure is right for you.