Feb 17, 2021

Why Neurosurgery Could be Right for You

Crisp Living.

Neurosurgery isn’t just brain surgery – it can be used to treat a range of issues concerning the entire nervous system. For patients who have nervous system disorders, neurosurgery could be a good treatment option. Likely, if neurosurgery is right for you, your doctor will refer you to a neurologist or neurosurgeon. 
Over the years, many neurosurgeries have progressed to be less invasive, allowing for easier and faster recover.

What is Neurosurgery?

Neurosurgery is surgical treatment for diseases or injuries that affect the nervous system. These could include:
  • Stroke
  • Brain tumors
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Headaches
  • Head or spine injury
  • Back and neck pain
While neurosurgery is certainly not the only treatment for the conditions listed above, it can be very effective for certain people, depending on the type and severity of the disease. The best way to determine if neurosurgery is right for you is to talk to a specialist, called a neurologist.

What does a neurologist or neurosurgeon do?

Neurosurgeons are specialists in surgeries for the spine, spinal cord, skull base, paranasal sinuses, and peripheral nerves. They are the only doctorswho specialize in treating the spine in its entirety. Neurosurgeons complete at least 12 years of school and training and are experts in their field. 
If you are considering neurosurgery as a treatment option, you’ll be able to talk through what type of neurosurgery will be best for you. Your neurosurgeon will also be able to discuss the entire process from pre-op to post-operation follow-up appointments, as well as any questions or concerns you may have.

Taking the Next Step Towards Recovering

Neurological problems can be painful and drastically impact normal life. And while neurosurgery may sound confusing or scary, you can rest assured knowing that your neurosurgeon is an expert in the disease or injury you are experiencing and will know the best steps forward to ensure you are able to return to normal activities.

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