Slip Disc Treatment: Treatment: Treatment: Expert Spine Care with Dr. Sudeep Jain Spine Solutions India, New Delhi Spine Solutions India, New Delhi Spine Solutions India, New Delhi What is a Slip Disc? Spinal discs act as shock absorbers between vertebrae Composed of a firm outer layer and soft gel-like core A slip disc occurs when disc material bulges or herniates beyond normal boundaries This can press nearby nerves causing pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness Common Common Common Symptoms Symptoms Symptoms Lower back or neck pain Pain radiating to legs or arms Numbness or tingling Muscle weakness Pain worsens with movement Why It Why It Occurs Occurs Why It Occurs Age-related disc degeneration Improper lifting techniques Sudden injuries, falls, or accidents Poor posture and prolonged sitting Excess body weight Low physical activity and weak core muscles Diagnosis and Assessment Comprehensive medical history and symptom review Physical and neurological examination Tests for reflexes, muscle strength, sensation, and movement Imaging with MRI, X-ray, or CT scans as needed Electrophysiological tests (EMG/NCS) when appropriate When Surgery When Surgery When Surgery May Be Considered May Be Considered May Be Considered Persistent pain despite adequate Persistent pain despite adequate non-surgical treatment non-surgical treatment Persistent pain despite adequate non-surgical treatment Significant nerve compression Significant nerve compression causing symptoms causing symptoms Significant nerve compression causing symptoms Progressive muscle weakness Progressive muscle weakness Progressive muscle weakness Worsening difficulty walking Worsening difficulty walking Worsening difficulty walking Severe disabling pain Severe disabling pain Severe disabling pain Bladder or bowel control changes Bladder or bowel control changes (emergency—requires immediate (emergency—requires immediate medical attention) medical attention) Bladder or bowel control changes (emergency—requires immediate medical attention) Surgical Treatment Approaches Minimally invasive spine surgery Endoscopic spine surgery Microdiscectomy The right approach depends on The right approach depends on clinical evaluation and individual needs. clinical evaluation and individual needs. The right approach depends on clinical evaluation and individual needs. Meet Meet Meet Dr. Sudeep Jain Dr. Sudeep Jain Dr. Sudeep Jain MBBS, MS (Ortho), M.Ch (Ortho) Lead Spine Surgeon Director, Spine Surgery at Spine Solutions India Special interest in endoscopic spine surgery, disc replacement, microscopic spine surgery, back & neck pain management, pediatric spine surgery 10,000+ 10,000+ 10,000+ surgeries performed Contact Us Contact Us We’re here to help you move better. We’re here to help you move better. Spine Solutions India E-56, Naraina Vihar, New Delhi +91 8800 44 9888 | +91 11 4557 0043 spinesolutionsindia@gmail.com drsudeepjain.com This presentation provides general information only. This presentation provides general information only. Treatment decisions require consultation with a qualified spine specialist. Treatment decisions require consultation with a qualified spine specialist.