Spinal Fusion Surgery

Verified By: Dr. Akhil Tawari (MBBS, MS (Orthopedics), DNB (Orthopedics), and D-Ortho)

What is Spinal Fusion Surgery (PLIF/ TLIF)?

Spinal Fusion Surgery is a surgical procedure that is done on the spine to stabilize the area between two vertebrae that is responsible for shock absorption. This involves fixing a bone graft in between the two vertebrae to normalize the vertebral movements. This surgery is only prescribed in cases when the space between the two discs has reduced or the spine has become unstable. Unless there is not a need for the patient to undergo surgery, the doctors try and treat the condition with physiotherapy and medicines.

The spine consists of small bones stacked on top of each other which are separated by some discs that have multiple roles such as shock absorption and cushioning. These discs sometimes get damaged due to injuries and spine diseases. There is a need to replace these discs with artificial ones. This is where spinal fusion surgery comes into existence.

The bone graft or fusion implant is placed in between two vertebrae to fuse them. The implants are made of various materials including plastic, bone, or metal. This method is very useful in restoring proper alignment of the spine.

This surgery can be performed in both traditional open spine way or minimally invasive way. The minimally invasive technique is mostly used because of its extreme advantages which include fewer infection chances, faster recovery and better results with less incision.

How is Spinal Fusion Surgery Performed?

The surgeon makes a small incision at the back.

Step 1 – A small tube is then inserted into the incision to dilate the muscles.
Step 2 – This provides a better passage for the surgical instruments and the camera to go inside.
Step 3 – Now the surgeon removes the desired discuss from the vertebrae and fixes and artificial one with utmost precision.
Step 4 – The tube is then taken out and the incision is stitched back to as it was before.

The heartbeat, blood pressure, and blood oxygen levels are constantly monitored throughout the surgery. Local anesthesia or mild sedatives are given to help them relax.

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What is the Outcome for Spinal Fusion Surgery?

The recovery time is shorter and the smaller incision makes it less painful. The recovery timing depends on how healthy a person is. A person can resume his daily activities except for high-intensity workouts in a month. Physiotherapy is also a good option to increase the recovery speed.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What is spinal fusion surgery (PLIF/ TLIF)?

What are the latest techniques for spinal fusion surgery?

Spinal fusion surgery can be performed in both traditional open spine way or minimally invasive way. The minimally invasive technique is mostly used because of its extreme advantages which include fewer infection chances, faster recovery and better results with less incision.

How is spinal fusion surgery performed?

The surgeon makes a small size incision at the back. A small tube is then inserted into the incision to dilate the muscles. This provides a better passage for the surgical instruments and the camera to go inside. Now the surgeon removes the desired discuss from the vertebrae and fixes and artificial one with utmost precision. The tube is then taken out and the incision is stitched back to as it was before.

How long does the spinal fusion surgery last?

The surgery lasts for not more than two hours and the patient is released from the hospital in 24-48 hours.

How long is the duration of hospital stay for Spinal Fusion Surgery?

The hospital stay is for 3-5 days due to a small incision and bloodless surgery.

How long does it take to recover from Spinal Fusion Surgery?

The recovery timing can vary from a week to three weeks. A person can resume his daily activities except for high-intensity workouts in a month. Physiotherapy is also a good option to increase the recovery speed.

What are the after-effects of Spinal Fusion Surgery?

Risk of infections in the operated area, Attachment of a broken or wrong implant to the spine, Recurring symptoms even after successful surgery, Damage to the nerves causing numbness and inability to move, Damage to the muscles and tendons.