Traditional disc surgery has long been associated with a lengthy recovery period and post-operative pain. With the advancement of endoscopic and minimally-invasive techniques, it is now possible to perform the procedure through an incision just a few millimeters wide, reducing damage to surrounding tissue and significantly speeding up recovery.
Most patients are able to walk almost the same day as the surgery and return to their normal daily activity within a few days instead of weeks. Despite these advantages, surgery remains a last resort after conservative treatment options have been exhausted, and the specialist determines its suitability for each individual case.