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[Injection treatment for cervical and lumbar syndromes: principles, indications and general performance]
J Grifka1, J Götz2, A Fenk-Mayer2
1Orthopädische Klinik für die Universität Regensburg, Asklepios Klinikum Bad Abbach GmbH, Kaiser-Karl V.-Allee 3, 93077, Bad Abbach, Deutschland. j.grifka@asklepios.com.
Orthopadie (Heidelberg, Germany)
|November 28, 2023
Summary
Conservative treatment for spinal column issues should be exhausted before surgery. Therapeutic measures, including physiotherapy and injections, depend on the syndrome
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Neurosurgery
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Context:
- Spinal column interventions require comprehensive pre-surgical evaluation.
- Conservative management is paramount before considering surgical options for spinal conditions.
Purpose:
- To outline the principles of conservative treatment for spinal syndromes.
- To detail the indications and prerequisites for minimally invasive injection therapies.
Summary:
- Intensive conservative treatment, including physiotherapy and digital health applications, is recommended before spinal surgery.
- Targeted injections may be used for referred cervical and lumbar syndromes after thorough orthopedic assessment.
- Strict adherence to indications, contraindications, and technical requirements is crucial for minimally invasive spinal injections.
Impact:
- Optimizes patient selection for spinal interventions.
- Reduces unnecessary surgical procedures.
- Enhances the safety and efficacy of conservative and minimally invasive spinal treatments.
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