Spinal Osteoarthritis
Causes of spinal osteoarthritis
- Obesity
- Advancing age
- Family history of osteoarthritis
- Working in an occupation involving repetitive stress
- Defective joints or cartilage at birth
- Joint injuries
Symptoms
Common symptoms of spinal osteoarthritis include:
- Pain at the joints may hurt while walking
- Stiffness: Joint stiffness might be most noticeable upon awakening or after being inactive.
- Tenderness
- Loss of flexibility
- Grating sensation
- Bone spurs
- Swelling
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Diagnosis
A physical and neurological examination is required to determine tenderness, reflexes & muscle strength. Imaging tests can be performed to investigate further.
X rays
CT scan
MRI
Blood & tests can be performed to determine other conditions impacting the spine and rule out other diseases. Joint fluid tests can also be conducted to evaluate the symptoms.
Surgery & Treatment of spinal osteoarthritis
Surgery will be suggested if osteoarthritis is accompanied by another condition, such as spinal stenosis or degenerative disc disease.
- Recommended surgical procedures vary depending on the patient’s specific diagnosis and circumstances.
- Many of these surgeries use minimally invasive approaches to minimize tissue damage, encouraging a faster and less painful recovery.
Spinal Implants can also be suggested.
- Osteoarthritis can contribute to instability in the spine and facet joint pain.
- Stabilizing a facet joint can take pressure off it and reduce pain. Stability may be improved with a spinal implant.
- An implant helps maintain space between the vertebrae and minimizes abnormal and/or painful facet joint motion.
Recovery
The recovery period can differ for every patient and specifics are provided based on the treatment offered.
Here are some recovery tips:
- Avoid excessive stress on the spine by limiting weight lifting activities.
- Don’t stay in one position for extended periods of time.
- Avoid driving.
- Keep your bandage dressings from getting wet.
- Contact if constipation occurs.
FAQ'S
- What are the risks of spinal osteoarthritis surgery in hyderabad?
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Spinal Osteoarthritis surgery has minimal complications if any but like any other surgery, there can be:
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Clots
- Stroke
- Nerve damage
- How much does it cost for a spinal osteoarthritis surgery in hyderabad?
- The cost to get a spinal osteoarthritis surgery in Hyderabad varies on your condition and diagnosis. You can make an appointment with Dr. Vamsi Krishna and get your consultation booked.
- Where to get spinal osteoarthritis surgery in Hyderabad done?
- Dr. Vamsi krishna is senior consultant surgeon in Yashoda hospital, secunderabad. With state of the art facilities and immense experience in treating spinal osteoarthritis condition, get your consultation done with Dr. Vamsi.
- Will I recover completely after spinal osteoarthritis surgery?
- Your recovery after spinal osteoarthritis surgery will depend on your existing condition and post operative care. Talk to dr. Vamsi and get your queries answered.