Spine surgery

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Spine surgery

Asked for Female, 76 Years

My grandfather is 76 year old he can't stand or sit because of his back pain. Doctor suggests lumber spine surgery. Is it ok for him as he is very weak.

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Dr. Vinu Raj Orthopedist 24 yrs exp Bangalore Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Vinu Raj

Orthopedist 24 yrs exp Bangalore

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Spine surgery should be done for the right reasons. If he has only back pain with no fractures, then the actual cause for the back pain and the correct type of surgery should be done. Please make sure you see an Orthopaedic Spine surgeon and discuss the risks and benefits of surgery and also the reasons for the surgery before going ahead with it.

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