Finding a way to stay healthy after your disc replacement surgery has been a challenge, but you are determined to stay as active as possible. The spine specialist has referred you to a physical therapist, so that is a start. You find it difficult, however, to replicate them when you are away from the clinic.
If you find yourself dealing with back pain, you are not alone. In fact, the latest research indicates that a majority of people deal with at least some kind of back pain at some time in their lives.
Spine Surgeons Offer a Number of Pain Relief Options Including Disc Replacement
Degenerative disc disease and other spinal problems have long been problems that many Americans have had to deal with. Many of these people who have suffered from this spinal pain for years have found that the only solution they really had was surgery. Following the surgery, of course, is a relief from the pain, but also a long road to recovery that involves dedication to exercise and very specific physical therapy.
One specific problem that many back sufferers face is scoliosis. In scoliosis cases where the curve of the spine is less than 10 degrees, there is little chance of the condition getting worse and surgery is rarely recommended. Scoliosis cases with a curve of 20 to 30 degrees in a growing child should be checked every four to six months and is sometimes addressed by wearing a brace for months, if not years. In its more serious condition, patients with scoliosis that have a curve of 50 degrees or more will likely be considered for surgery. In all of these cases, however, it is important that the problem is diagnosed as early as possible.
Finding a way to stay active before and after a back problem can be a challenge, but if you work closely with a physical therapist you can likely get the results that you are looking for. It takes both patience and endurance to overcome a lifelong back condition, but there might be some comfort in knowing that there are many others who are dealing with the same problems.
