Expert Insights: Separating Fact from Fiction in Spinal Surgery with Dr. Sajan at STH Hospital Chethipuzha

There are many misconceptions about spine surgery in the general community. The growth in medical technology and the use of advanced technologies in the field of surgery have led to significant advancements in spine surgery. These advances, along with better anesthesia and preoperative evaluations, have eliminated the lingering doubts surrounding spine surgery. St. Thomas Hospital Chethipuzha's Neuro and Spine Surgery Department Senior Consultant DR. SAJAN M G Explains Spine Surgery.

A spine surgeon mainly focuses on two things: the safety of the nerves and the stability of the spine. For spine diseases, non-surgical drug treatment, physiotherapy and rest are recommended to the patient. Surgery is indicated when such treatments fail.