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Bäcker HC, Johnson MA, Hanlon J, Chan P, Turner P, Cunningham J. Return to sports following discectomy: does a consensus exist? EUROPEAN SPINE JOURNAL : OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE EUROPEAN SPINE SOCIETY, THE EUROPEAN SPINAL DEFORMITY SOCIETY, AND THE EUROPEAN SECTION OF THE CERVICAL SPINE RESEARCH SOCIETY 2024; 33:111-117. [PMID: 37280437 DOI: 10.1007/s00586-023-07776-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2023] [Revised: 05/04/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION In the USA, lumbar discectomy is one of the most commonly performed spinal procedures. As certain sports are considered to be major risk factors for disc herniation, the question remains as to when highly active patients should return to their previous level of activity. This study aimed to analyze spine surgeons' opinions on when patients may return to activities following discectomy as well as their underlying rationale for their decision. METHODS A questionnaire was designed by five different fellowship-trained spine surgeons for the 168 members of the Spine Society of Australia. Questions on the surgeons experience, decision making, preferred surgical technique, the postoperative rehabilitation and the response to patient expectations were included. RESULTS In total, 83.9% of surgeons discuss the postoperative level of activity with their patients. Sport is considered as an important contributor for good functional outcome by 71.0% of surgeons. Surgeons recommend avoiding, often permanently, weightlifting (35.7%) of the time, rugby (21.4%), horseback riding (17.9%) as well as martial arts (14.3%) postoperatively even with previous training. The return to high levels of activity is considered as a major risk factor for disc herniation recurrence by 25.8% of surgeons. Return to high level of activity is typically recommended after 3 months by 48.4% of surgeons. CONCLUSION So far no consensus on the rehabilitation protocol and return to level of activity exists. Recommendations depend on personal experience as well as the individuals' training, and typically, a period of avoidance of sport for up to 3 months is recommended. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, therapeutic and prognostic study.
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- Henrik C Bäcker
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Royal Melbourne Hospital, 300 Grattan Street, Parkville VIC 3050, Melbourne, Australia.
- Neurosciences Clinical Institute, Epworth Richmond, Richmond, Melbourne, Australia.
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Auckland City Hospital, Grafton, New Zealand.
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- Neurosciences Clinical Institute, Epworth Richmond, Richmond, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Auckland City Hospital, Grafton, New Zealand
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- Neurosciences Clinical Institute, Epworth Richmond, Richmond, Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Neurosurgery, Alfred Health, 315, Victoria, 3181, Prahran, Australia
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Royal Melbourne Hospital, 300 Grattan Street, Parkville VIC 3050, Melbourne, Australia
- Neurosciences Clinical Institute, Epworth Richmond, Richmond, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Royal Melbourne Hospital, 300 Grattan Street, Parkville VIC 3050, Melbourne, Australia
- Neurosciences Clinical Institute, Epworth Richmond, Richmond, Melbourne, Australia
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Li P, Li X, Ma L, He HY. Clinical Effects of the End-Love Technique in the Treatment of Recurrent Lumbar Disc Herniation 1 Year After Surgery. Orthop Res Rev 2023; 15:225-236. [PMID: 38028654 PMCID: PMC10659146 DOI: 10.2147/orr.s433846] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Background The number of patients with lumbar disc herniation in China is increasing year by year. Percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy (PELD) is currently the main surgical method for treating lumbar disc herniation (LDH). However, with the increase in the number of surgical cases, the number of patients with recurrent lumbar disc herniation (RLDH) is also increasing. Currently, the common method in China is lumbar fusion surgery, but this surgery would cause the loss of fusion segment mobility and considerable postoperative complications. In order to solve the problem above the following technique will be studied: the technique of posterior lumbar laminectomy and nucleus pulposus removal under fully visualized spinal endoscopy (ENDO-LOVE) to treat RLDH. Its clinical effects will be observed in this paper, too. Methods This series includes RLDH patients treated with ENDO-LOVE technology between January 2017 and January 2021. All patients will undergo at least three follow-up visits one year after surgery. The modified MacNab standard, VAS, JOA, and ODI scores will be used to evaluate clinical efficacy, observe for cerebrospinal fluid leak, nerve root injury, and surgical site infection, and evaluate clinical safety. Results All 29 patients completed the surgery successfully. Three patients had postoperative pain and numbness in the area of nerve root innervation, and all patients had no serious complications. The VAS, JOA scores and ODI indices of back pain and leg pain 1-day, 3-months, and 1-year postoperatively differed statistically significantly from the preoperative scores (p < 0.05). Efficacy evaluated at 1-year postoperatively using the modified MacNab criteria showed an excellent rate of 89.7%. Conclusion ENDO-LOVE technology has demonstrated good clinical efficacy and safety in the treatment of patients with RLDH. It should be considered for all patients with this condition.
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- Peng Li
- Spinal Surgery Department, Sanmenxia Central Hospital, Sanmenxia, Henan, People’s Republic of China
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- Spinal Surgery Department, Sanmenxia Central Hospital, Sanmenxia, Henan, People’s Republic of China
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- Spinal Surgery Department, Sanmenxia Central Hospital, Sanmenxia, Henan, People’s Republic of China
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- Spinal Surgery Department, Sanmenxia Central Hospital, Sanmenxia, Henan, People’s Republic of China
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Hossain MS, Akter S, Siddique MAE, Siddique MKB, Reza GM, Alom FMM, Ali M, Noman MOR, Rahman MM, Islam MS, Hossain KMA. Multidisciplinary Conservative Treatment Outcomes of in-Patient Physiotherapy Set-Up Among Patients with Lumbar Disc Herniation in Dhaka City, Bangladesh: A Retrospective, Cross-Sectional Study. J Multidiscip Healthc 2023; 16:587-601. [PMID: 36883166 PMCID: PMC9985877 DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s400021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2022] [Accepted: 01/26/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Background The study aimed to determine the outcome of Multidisciplinary physiotherapist-led conservative treatment of lumbar disc herniation at an in-patient set-up of a specialized spine center in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Methods This was a retrospective cross-sectional study of 228 cases completing treatment and follow-up sessions. The outcome was evaluated as pain at rest and five different functional positions, neurological recovery, and Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) changes during discharge and follow-up. Results 80.3% had a complete recovery with a typical motor and sensory status, no limitations in straight leg raise (SLR), no cauda equina symptom (CES), and no or <3 pain during more than 30 minutes of daily living activities. Statistically significant changes were noted at all outcome measures at the follow-up (day 90), compared to baseline (day 1) P<0.01. In the posthoc tests, pain, SLR, and CES had the most significant improvement at discharge (day 12) compared to the baseline (P < 0.01) and at follow-up compared to discharge (P < 0.01). No major adverse events noted. Conclusion Physiotherapist-led in-patient treatment results in significant resting and functional pain outcomes in 12 days. Also, the improvements in neurological recovery and normalizing disc position are statistically significant in 90 days.
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- Bangladesh Institute of Manual Therapy & Research, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Research, Planning & Development, Grand Health Sector, TMSS, Bogura, Bangladesh
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- Bangladesh Institute of Manual Therapy & Research, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Physiotherapy, National Institute of Traumatology & Orthopaedic Rehabilitation (NITOR), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Uttara Adhunik Medical College and Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Statistics, Jahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Bangladesh Health Professions Institute (BHPI), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Jashore University of Science & Technology (JUST), Jashore, Bangladesh
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Low-Dose Collagenase Chemonucleolysis Combined with Radiofrequency in the Treatment of Lumbar Disc Herniation: A 10-Year Retrospective Study. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2022; 2021:8234558. [PMID: 34976100 PMCID: PMC8718287 DOI: 10.1155/2021/8234558] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2021] [Revised: 11/11/2021] [Accepted: 11/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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Objective This study explored the 10-year efficacy, safety, and prognostic factors of low-dose collagenase chemonucleolysis (CCNL) combined with radiofrequency (RF) in the treatment of lumbar disc herniation (LDH). Methods The data of 167 LDH patients were collected. Modified MacNab criteria, Numerical Rating Scale (NRS), and Japanese Orthopedic Association (JOA) scores were, respectively, used to evaluate patients' excellent and good rates, pain degree, and nerve function. The preoperative and 10-year postoperative patients' pain, numbness, and muscle weakness were compared. Patients' complications in perioperative period, recurrent/reappeared LDH, and reoperations were recorded. Finally, the independent risk factors affecting the long-time efficacy were assessed. Results A total of 126 patients were included. The patients' excellent and good rates were 86.51%–92.86% with no significant difference (P > 0.05). Postoperative NRS and JOA scores significantly improved (P < 0.01), most obvious within 6 months postoperatively. At 10 years postoperatively, 65.08%, 83.95%, and 93.02% of patients' pain, numbness, and muscle weakness were completely relieved (P < 0.05). Perioperative complications occurred in three patients with the rate of 2.38%. Recurrent/reappeared LDH patients were 11 with the ratio of 8.73%; nine of them underwent reoperations with the rate of 7.14%. And patients' probability of fair and poor efficacy at 10 years postoperatively with the course of disease >12 months and the responsibility disc ≥2 were, respectively, 6.005 and 4.227 times that of patients with the course of disease ≤12 months and the responsibility disc = 1 (P < 0.05). Conclusion The combined treatment is effective and safe in the long term. A course of disease >12 months and responsibility disc ≥2 independently reduce efficacy, and a course of disease >12 months has a more significant impact.
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Oliveira IOD, Lenza M, Antonioli E, Ferretti M. Lumbar Decompression Versus Spinal Fusion in a Private Outpatient Setting: A Retrospective Study with Three Years of Follow-up. Rev Bras Ortop 2021; 56:766-771. [PMID: 34900105 PMCID: PMC8651442 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1724083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2020] [Accepted: 09/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Objective
To compare pain, function, quality of life and adverse events of lumbar decompression and spinal fusion in patients with degenerative spinal pathologies who participated in a second opinion program for spinal surgeries with a 36-month follow-up.
Methods
The data for this retrospective cohort were withdrawn from a private healthcare system between June 2011 and January 2014. The study sample consisted of 71 patients with a lumbar spine surgical referral. The outcomes for the comparisons between lumbar decompression and spinal fusion were quality of life (evaluated through the EuroQoL 5D), pain (measured by the Numerical Rating Scale) and function (assessed through the Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire) measured at baseline, and at 12 and 36 months after the surgical procedures. The definitions of recovery were established by the minimal clinically important difference (MCID). The baseline differences between the groups were analyzed by non-paired
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-test, and the differences in instrument scores between time points, by generalized mixed models. The results were presented as mean values adjusted by the models and 95% confidence intervals.
Results
Concerning the surgical techniques, 22 patients were submitted to spinal fusion and 49 patients, to lumbar decompression. As for the comparisons of the findings before and after the surgical interventions, the MCID was achieved in all outcomes regarding quality of life, pain and function at both time points when compared to baseline scores Moreover, concerning the complication rates, only lumbar decompression presented a surgical rate of 4% (
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Conclusion
Patients with degenerative spinal pathologies present improvements in long-term outcomes of pain, function and quality of life which are clinically significant, no matter the surgical intervention.
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- Isadora Orlando de Oliveira
- Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, São Paulo, SP, Brasil.,Instituto Wilson Mello, Campinas, SP, Brasil
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- Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, São Paulo, SP, Brasil
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- Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, São Paulo, SP, Brasil
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- Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, São Paulo, SP, Brasil
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Are facet joint parameters risk factors for recurrent lumbar disc herniation? A pilot study in a Chinese population. J Clin Neurosci 2020; 77:36-40. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2020.05.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2019] [Revised: 03/30/2020] [Accepted: 05/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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