Spinal Decompression Surgery is a type of surgery used to treat compressed nerves in the lower spine. It's only recommended when non-surgical treatments haven't helped and aim to improve symptoms such as persistent pain and numbness in the legs caused by pressure on the nerves in the spine.
The Spinal Decompression procedure involves an incision in the back muscles, followed by the removal of the lamina and thickened ligament so as to give more space for the nerves.
Spine Decompression Surgery cost in India for Indian Patients is between Rs.199800 to Rs.266400. Cost for International patients is between USD 4050 to USD 4950.
Patient has to stay in the hospital for 4 days and outside the hospital for 10 days. The total cost of the treatment depends on the diagnosis and facilities opted by the patient.The cost of Spine Decompression includes:
Preoperative diagnostic tests cost (X-ray or MRI may be done to evaluate the spine)
Surgery cost
Post-Operative cost (depends on the number of follow-up sessions)
Medicine cost (anti-inflammatory, painkillers, etc.)
Physiotherapy (approx 10-15 sessions are required in case of spine decompression surgery)
Patient's hospital stay
The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:
Type of hospital and room opted (General, Twin sharing, or Single room)
The severity of the disease
Post-surgical complication, if it happens (such as Nerve injury and paralysis)
Cost of Blood products (if required)
Age of the patient
An extended stay at the Hospital
Cost of accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident
Listing approximate price of Spine Decompression Surgery and some related procedures. The prices may change depending upon the centers and condition of the patient.
Treatment name | Cost range |
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Spine Decompression Surgery | Rs.199800 to Rs.266400 |
1 Level Spinal Decompression+ Fixation | Rs.130980 to Rs.174640 |
1 Level Spinal Decompression | Rs.102120 to Rs.136160 |
2 Level Spinal Decompression | Rs.155400 to Rs.207200 |
3 Level Spinal Decompression+ Fixation | Rs.190920 to Rs.254560 |
2 Level Spinal Decompression+ Fixation | Rs.168720 to Rs.224960 |
3 Level Spinal Decompression | Rs.135420 to Rs.180560 |
Surgical decompression | Rs.222000 to Rs.296000 |
A detailed medical history is done before spinal decompression surgery such as a full blood workup, urinary, radiograph, myelogram, MRI, or CAT scan to determine nerve compression, and EMG to test nerve function. And also female patients may take a pregnancy test if of childbearing age. The cost for these tests is a part of the package.
Medicines such as intravenous opioids like hydromorphone, fentanyl, morphine, oxymorphone, oxycodone, and tramadol that are given at the hospital are included in the package. When the patient is discharged and has to buy the medication from outside the hospital, it will not be included in the package.
Normally, after the spinal decompression surgery, you need to spend 1 - 4 days at the hospital. Post the surgery, it is crucial to take physical therapy after the surgery for 3 to 9 months depending on your outcome, and follow up with medicines.
The price varies across the cities. Tier 1 Cities are usualy more expencive thane tier 2 cities. The price for Spine Decompression Surgery in different cities in India is approximately in the range of:
For patients planning to travel abroad it is useful to know the price in destinations popular with medical travellers. The price for Spine Decompression Surgery in different countries is approximately:
The right doctor to consult for Spinal Decompression Surgery is a spine surgeon and a Neurologist.
Listing popular specialists:
Senior Resident, 14 years of experience
Orthopedics, Degenerative spine disorders, Spinal deformity, Spinal trauma, Spinal Infections, Osteoporosis Procedures, Spinal Fusions, Spinal deformitycorrection, Artificial Disc Replacements, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeries , Cervical Spine Surgery
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Neurosurgery, Intracranial Brain Tumour Surgery, Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery, Minimally Invasive brain surgery, Image Guided Neurosurgery, Brachial Plexus surgery, Spine Surgery
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Orthopedics and Spine Surgeries, Vertebroplasty, Kyphoplasty, Cervical and Lumbar disc replacements, Instrumented spinal fusions (PLIF, TLIF, ALIF), Tumor surgeries with expandable cages and vertebral reconstructions, Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion with cages/plates, Scoliosis and kyphosis corrections surgery
Consultant, 19 years of experience
Neuro-oncology, Pediatric brain and spine surgery, Neurotrauma, Stroke Cerebrovascular surgery, Minimally invasive spine surgery, Spine fixation and fusion surgery, Scoliosis surgery, Brain tumour surgery and brain aneurysm surgery
Director, 30 years of experience
Neurosurgery , Spinal Surgeries , Image guided surgery, Disc replacement, Endoscopic Disc surgery Endoscopic Cranial Surgery, Brain Tumour Surgery, Special focus on Minimally Invasive Surgery for Spinal Tumours
Senior Consultant, 24 years of experience
Cervical and lumbar discectomies, cervical and lumbar disc replacements, vertebrectomies, TESSYS, Reconstruction for spinal trauma, Spinal tumours and the full spectrum of spinal deformities
Senior Consultant, 24 years of experience
Orthopedics & Spine Injury Degenerative & Deformity
Director, 21 years of experience
Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Surgery, Radiosurgery (Cyberknife, Gamma Knife) Spine Surgery, Surgery for Epilepsy, DBS Surgery for Parkinsons Disease, Brachial Plexus and Nerve surgery, Cerebrovascular Surgery (Aneurysms, AVMs)
HOD, 15 years of experience
Brain tumour surgery, Cervical surgery, Skull base surgery, Spinal fusion, Spinal tap, Spinal decompression, Spine surgeon, Brain surgery
Senior Consultant, 33 years of experience
Joint and Muscle Problems, Joint Mobilization, Spine and Joint Surgeries, Minimally Invasive Scroiliac Joint Fusion, Deformity Correction of Infantile Scoliosis, Reconstruction of Lumbar and Cervical Discs
Senior Consultant, 49 years of experience
Neuro – Oncology, Brain and Spine Tumours, Cerebrovascular Surgery, Migraine, Sleep Disorders, Epilepsy, Headache, Seizures, Hyperactivity, Stroke, Head Trauma, Parkinson's Disease, Neuropathy, Alzheimer Disease, Dementia, Attention Deficit, Cranio Vertebral Anomalies
Senior Consultant, 22 years of experience
Minimally invasive spine surgeries, Endoscopic procedures and fixations, Spinal trauma
Director, 17 years of experience
Fracture Treatment, Orthopedic Physiotherapy, Joint Replacement Surgeons, Spine-Cervical, Disc-herniation of back or neck, Trauma of the Spine, Degenerative disc conditions including Osteoarthritis, Failed-back syndrome, Infections of the spine, Osteoporosis, Tumours in the spine etc.
Senior Consultant, 21 years of experience
Spinal Trauma Reconstruction, Lumbar Canal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spondylolisthesis, Tumors of Spine, Tuberculosis
Chief, 18 years of experience
Minimal Invasive Spine Surgery for Disc Herniation, Endoscopic Keyhole Surgeries, Spinal Deformity Correction Surgeries, Minimal Invasive Solution for Spinal Fractures, Spinal Tumors/Infections, Spinal Pain Management
HOD, 20 years of experience
Musculoskeletal Pain Management Fracture Treatment Joint Dislocation Treatment Spinal Disc Surgery Spinal Disorders Spine Injury Spinal Deformity Correction Column traumatology Disk slip Herniated Disc Wrist problems Percutaneous Vertebroplasty for Compression Fracture Neck and Spine Biopsy
Head of Department, 15 years of experience
Minimal Invasive Spine Surgery, Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Paediatric Neurosurgery
Consultant, 36 years of experience
Orthopedic Surgery, Spinal Surgery, Back Pain Physiotherapy, Shoulder Pain
Consultant, 33 years of experience
Spine Surgery, Spine Related Disorders, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Acoustic Neuroma Removal, Artificial Disc Replacement, Anterior Cervical Herniated Disc Surgery
Consultant, 24 years of experience
Minimally invasive spine surgery, Neuro Endoscopy, Brain & Spine surgery
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