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… Urethral bulking procedures are usually done under local anesthesia or with sedation. But they may require a general or regional anesthesia. Using local anesthesia or sedation allows the person to stand up after …
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… support the spine; a vertebra fracture; pressure on the spinal nerves from problems such as a herniated disc; and … discs that support the spine. Poor posture. Pressure on the spinal nerves from certain problems, such as a herniated disc or spinal stenosis . A fracture of one of the vertebrae. An …
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… so that your knee is stable. The usual risks of general anesthesia. Problems from anesthesia are not common, especially in people who are in good health overall. But all anesthesia has some risk. What do numbers tell us about the …
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… of cement and porous coating. Your doctor may use regional anesthesia . This means you can't feel the area of the … you unaware and lightly asleep. Or a doctor may use general anesthesia. This means you'll be asleep during surgery. Which type of anesthesia you get depends on your doctor and on your …
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… and after your surgery. He or she will explain how general anesthesia works and make note of any allergies you might … arm. You will be given saline fluid (to keep you hydrated), anesthesia, and other medicines through your IV line before, … as comfortable as possible. Soon, you will receive general anesthesia through your IV line to put you to sleep. After …
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… often doesn't need a hospital stay. You may have general anesthesia during arthroscopy, or you may have a regional … regional nerve blocks are sometimes used along with general anesthesia to help limit pain after surgery. What To Expect … You will likely go home a few hours after you wake up from anesthesia. A family member or friend should drive you home. …
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… Image Multiple sclerosis Image Parkinson's disease Image Spinal cord injuries and back pain … Supporting your …
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… Brace (orthotic) treatment for scoliosis is used to prevent spinal curve progression and to maintain a more normal … who is still growing to prevent progression of moderate spinal curves . Brace treatment is usually continued until … usually returns. Although bracing does not always prevent a spinal curve from getting worse, the best results occur …
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… nerve is formed by the nerve roots coming out of the spinal cord into the lower back. It goes down through the … affect the spine. These can include the narrowing of the spinal canal ( spinal stenosis ), bone spurs (small, bony growths that form …
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… Pain: Should I Have an MRI? Low Back Pain: Should I Have Spinal Manipulation? Low Back Pain: Should I Try Epidural … on nerve roots. Conditions such as a herniated disc or spinal stenosis can cause this kind of pressure. … way you walk. This can also lead to back pain. Less common spinal conditions that can cause low back pain include: …
