If a prolapsed disc in your lower back is causing ongoing leg pain, numbness or weakness, posterior excision of disc prolapse surgery may help relieve pressure on the affected spinal nerve and improve your symptoms. Our experienced spinal specialists provide expert care for self-pay, private medical insurance and NHS patients, supporting you throughout your treatment and recovery.
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Also called microdiscectomy or lumbar decompression or discectomy surgery, a posterior excision of a disc prolapse is a surgical procedure to relieve pressure on a spinal nerve. It is performed under general anaesthesia where the surgeon accesses the spine from the back. During the procedure, the spinal specialist removes a small portion of bone (or ligament) and extracts only the herniated disc material.
Lumbar discectomy surgery may be recommended if a prolapsed disc is pressing on a spinal nerve and causing symptoms such as leg pain, numbness, tingling or weakness. The aim of the procedure is to relieve pressure on the affected nerve, reduce symptoms and help improve movement and everyday activities.
Lumbar discectomy surgery is performed from the back of the spine, with the patient lying face down. The surgeon makes a small incision in the lower back and carefully moves the surrounding tissues to access the affected area. The part of the disc causing pressure on the nerve is then removed to help relieve symptoms. Your specialist will explain what to expect before your procedure and provide guidance on your recovery and aftercare.
At Practice Plus Group Hospitals we’re passionate about giving patients a positive experience and excellent clinical outcomes, with personalised care every step of the way. Whether you’re paying for yourself or using private medical insurance, with our short waiting times, unrivalled Care Quality Commission (CQC) ratings and high levels of cleanliness and infection control, we’ll make sure you’re looked after. In fact, we were the first provider to have all services rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.
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Affordable options for funding your own treatment.
With our option of paying for yourself you’ll get high quality, consultant-delivered care without the unnecessary extras. It’s excellent value for money, with no compromise on clinical outcomes.
Hassle free treatment for patients with private medical insurance.
Whether you have your own private health insurance or are covered through your employer, receive expert hospital treatment at Practice Plus Group.
Spread the cost of your treatment with our flexible self-pay payment plans. With 0% interest finance available on eligible procedures, you can access the care you need without paying the full cost upfront.
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