Spinal surgery is undergoing a transformation: from large incisions and days of hospitalization to ultra-minimally invasive techniques, with discharge in just a few hours and a much faster recovery. Professor Dr. Ghassan Elgeadi discussed this new model in his recent appearance on Capital Radio, as part of the "Valor Salud" program.
During the conversation, the doctor explained how full-endoscopic surgery allows for the treatment of herniated discs and spinal stenosis with incisions of millimeters, less postoperative pain and an earlier return to daily life, while reducing the emotional impact that going through surgery has on the patient.
These techniques better preserve muscle mass and supporting structures, resulting in a more complete functional recovery and a reduced need for pain relief. Furthermore, he addressed the role of new imaging technologies, advanced planning, and neurostimulation systems as tools that help personalize treatment according to each individual's anatomy and clinical situation.
All of this creates a more precise, safe, and tailored spinal surgery model, better suited to the patient's actual needs, with improved long-term results.
