When is Surgery My Only Option?

Welcome back to the Houston Injury Solutions Network videos on Sciatica.

In the prior video Dr. Smith discussed all your options for treating a lumbar disc herniation. In Today’s video, Dr. TJ Jones MD, an orthopedic spine surgeon with The Spine Institute of Southeast Texas will address one of the most common questions, “When is Surgery My Only Option?”

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What Dr. Jones will cover::

This video addresses signs and symptoms you may be experiencing which would indicate when surgery may be your only option. These include progressive neurological deficit, progressive loss in muscle strength (motor) in your hands or legs and inability to control your bowel or bladder. Dr. Jones discusses when pain becomes an indication for surgery and what steps should be taken to alleviate your pain prior to considering surgery.

The goal of this video is to educate you on the indications for immediate spinal surgery.

And remember, if you need immediate help for your sciatica or back pain feel free to call our 24/7 hotline at 281-820-8714 or fill out the “Get Help Now” form.

Dr. Jay Heintz
Medical Director
Houston Injury Solutions Network

Call: 281-820-8714