S/P Microdiscectomy

Definition:
In a microdiscectomy or microdecompression spine surgery, a small portion of the bone over the nerve root and/or disc material from under the nerve root is removed to relieve neural impingement and provide more room for the nerve to heal. A microdiscectomy is typically performed for a herniated lumbar disc and is actually more effective for treating leg pain (also known as radiculopathy) than lower back pain.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain in the back or neck
  • Radiating pain in the upper or lower extremity
  • Numbness in the upper or lower extremity
  • Weakness in the upper or lower extremity
Causes
  • Herniated disc
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching
  • Core stabilization exercises
  • Neck stabilization exercises
  • Posture program
  • Upper or lower extremity strengthening
S/P Microdiscectomy Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Walker Transfer Bed
  • Gait II
  • Standing Posture
  • Sitting Posture
  • TA Supine Alt Knee Raise
  • TA Supine Heel Slide
  • Wall Squats
  • Walkfit
  • WalkFit Program
  • Lumbar Surgery Post Operative Instructions

S/P Microdiscectomy Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Stairmaster X 20 Minutes
  • Childs Pose Wide Knee
  • Hamstring Stretch
  • Prone Spine Extension
  • Superman Holds
  • Bridge Marching
  • Low Ab Knee Lowering
  • Push Up Knee Holds
  • Plank Hold
  • Push Ups
  • Deep Squat Stretch
  • Sit On Feet With Superman

S/P Microdiscectomy Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Plank Hold
  • Straight Leg Sit Up
  • Single Leg Bridge
  • Superman Holds
  • Side Plank On Elbow
  • Plank Hold Alternate UE LE
  • Lunge Walk Med Ball Rotation