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Slipped disc, sciatica and spinal stenosis — what responds to treatment without surgery, and what does not.
Try this before surgery
A proper conservative trial means structured physiotherapy, activity modification and appropriate medication for a reasonable period — not bed rest and painkillers alone. Many slipped discs improve over weeks as the disc material resorbs.
Image-guided injections can also break a pain cycle and are worth considering before an operation. Our interventional pain team handles these.
When surgery is genuinely indicated
Progressive weakness
Increasing weakness in a limb from nerve compression should not be watched indefinitely.
Cauda equina signs
Loss of bladder or bowel control with back pain is a surgical emergency.
Failed conservative care
Persistent radicular pain after an adequate trial of non-surgical treatment.
Instability or deformity
Spondylolisthesis or scoliosis causing progressive symptoms.
Minimally invasive and endoscopic options
Where the anatomy allows, endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques achieve the same decompression through a much smaller corridor, with less muscle disruption and a shorter stay. Not every case suits it — extensive fusion or deformity correction still needs open surgery.
Cost and insurance
Health1 accepts PMJAY, CGHS, ECHS and all major insurers and TPAs for cashless treatment. Confirm your specific package with our insurance desk before admission.
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Common questions
Does a slipped disc always need surgery?
No. Most slipped discs improve over weeks with structured physiotherapy, activity modification and appropriate medication. Surgery is for nerve compression with progressive weakness or pain that fails conservative care.
What is endoscopic spine surgery?
Decompression performed through a very small corridor using an endoscope, with less muscle disruption and usually a shorter hospital stay than open surgery. It suits selected cases.
What is cauda equina syndrome?
Compression of the nerve bundle at the base of the spine, causing loss of bladder or bowel control, saddle numbness and leg weakness. It is a surgical emergency — go to an emergency department immediately.
How long is recovery after spine surgery?
It depends on the procedure. A simple endoscopic discectomy may allow return to desk work within a couple of weeks; a fusion takes considerably longer, with physiotherapy throughout.
Should I get a second opinion before spine surgery?
Yes, particularly for elective fusion. Bring your MRI films or disc and the surgical plan you have been given.
Related
Spine Surgery · Slipped disc explained · Sciatica: causes and treatment · Chronic back pain red flags · Interventional Pain Management
Medically reviewed by Dr. Munjal Shah, Health1 Super Speciality Hospitals. Last reviewed 7 August 2026. This page is general information, not a substitute for a consultation.