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Instrumentation and Fixation of Spine

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About Instrumentation and Fixation of Spine

Instrumentation and fixation of the spine involve the use of metal implants such as screws, rods, plates, and cages to stabilize the spinal column during spinal surgery. These procedures help maintain spinal alignment and support healing after decomp...

Overview

The procedure includes: Placement of spinal implants Stabilization of vertebrae Correction of spinal deformity Support for spinal fusion healing Imaging-guided implant positioning Instrumentation is commonly used in: Spinal fractures Scoliosis surgery Spinal instability Degenerative spine disease Tumor-related spinal reconstruction Modern techniques use minimally invasive and navigation-assisted methods whenever possible.

Understanding The Procedure

Symptoms That May Require Instrumentation and Fixation of Spine

  • ⦾ Severe spinal instability
  • ⦾ Chronic back pain
  • ⦾ Spinal deformity
  • ⦾ Weakness or numbness
  • ⦾ Difficulty walking

Recovery & Outlook

Spinal instrumentation improves stability, alignment, and functional recovery. Long-term outcomes depend on spinal healing and rehabilitation compliance.

Risks

  • ⦾ Implant loosening or failure
  • ⦾ Infection
  • ⦾ Nerve injury
  • ⦾ Bleeding
  • ⦾ Persistent spinal pain

Post-Operative Care

  • ⦾ Follow spine movement restrictions carefully
  • ⦾ Attend rehabilitation and physiotherapy sessions
  • ⦾ Maintain proper posture during recovery
  • ⦾ Attend follow-up imaging evaluations
  • ⦾ Report worsening neurological symptoms immediately

Doctors Who Perform Instrumentation and Fixation of Spine

Meet experienced orthopedics (bone & joint care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform instrumentation and fixation of spine.

Dr Naveen Kumar B M

Dr Naveen Kumar B M

MBBS, MS Orthopedics

KMC: 112492

Consultant Arthroplasty, Trauma, Sports Medicine ad Arthroscopy Surgeon

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Dr Sharan Achar T

Dr Sharan Achar T

MBBS, MS Ortho, DNB, FASSI, FAO

KMC: 109282

Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

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Dr Sudhindra Dharmavaram

Dr Sudhindra Dharmavaram

MBBS, MD (ANAES), FFPMRCA (UK) - Orthopedics

KMC: 80575

Consultant Orthopaedics Surgeon

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