Symptoms Addressed by Microdiscectomy

• Severe back or neck pain radiating to limbs

• Tingling, numbness, or burning sensation in hands or feet

• Muscle weakness in affected limbs

• Difficulty walking or performing daily activities

• Pain worsening with sitting, bending, or lifting

Procedure Overview

1. Pre-operative Assessment

   • MRI/CT scans to identify the herniated disc

   • Neurological evaluation

2. Surgery

   • Performed under general anesthesia

   • Small incision made over the affected vertebra

   • Microscope used to visualize and remove the herniated disc portion

   • Minimal disruption to surrounding muscles and ligaments

3. Post-operative Care

   • Short hospital stay (usually 1–2 days)

   • Early mobilization encouraged

   • Physiotherapy for strengthening and recovery

   • Gradual return to normal activities

Benefits of Microdiscectomy

• Minimally invasive with smaller incisions

• Reduces nerve compression and relieves pain

• Shorter hospital stay and faster recovery compared to open surgery

• Maintains spinal stability

• Minimizes muscle and tissue damage

Cost of Microdiscectomy in India

Table 1: Average Microdiscectomy Cost in India

Factors Affecting Microdiscectomy Cost

1. Number of disc levels treated – Multi-level surgery costs more

2. Hospital infrastructure – Advanced spine centers with modern microscopes charge higher fees

3. Surgeon expertise – Experienced spine surgeons may increase cost

4. Post-operative care – Physiotherapy and follow-up imaging add to overall expenses

5. Complications or revisions – Rare cases requiring additional intervention increase cost