Spine Surgery in Lucknow — Dr. Imran Akhtar, Lucknow

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Spine Surgery in Lucknow

Expert spine surgery (disc prolapse, spondylosis, spinal fusion) in Lucknow by Dr. Imran Akhtar. Minimally invasive techniques. Charak Hospital. Call: 0522-666-4444.

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Spine Conditions Treated

Lumbar Disc Prolapse
Cervical Disc Prolapse
Lumbar Canal Stenosis
Cervical Spondylosis
Spondylolisthesis
Sciatica
Failed Back Surgery
Vertebral Fractures
Degenerative Disc Disease
HNP (Slipped Disc)
Kyphosis / Scoliosis
Spinal Tumours

When is Spine Surgery Needed?

  • Progressive neurological deficit — foot drop, arm weakness, bladder/bowel dysfunction
  • Severe sciatica not responding to 6–12 weeks of conservative treatment
  • Cauda equina syndrome — emergency surgery within hours
  • Spinal instability — spondylolisthesis with slip progression

Surgical Options

ProcedureIndicationRecovery
MicrodiscectomyLumbar disc prolapse with sciatica2–4 weeks to desk work
Laminectomy / DecompressionLumbar canal stenosis4–6 weeks
ACDF (Anterior Cervical Discectomy + Fusion)Cervical disc prolapse with myelopathy4–6 weeks
Spinal Fusion (PLIF/TLIF)Spondylolisthesis, instability3–6 months
Vertebroplasty / KyphoplastyVertebral compression fracture1–2 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

Sciatica is pain, numbness or tingling from the lower back through the buttock and down the leg — caused by disc compression of the sciatic nerve. 90% resolves with physiotherapy, NSAIDs and nerve root blocks within 6–12 weeks. Microdiscectomy is reserved for persistent symptoms or progressive neurological weakness.
Urgent surgery needed if: foot drop (cannot lift foot), bladder/bowel changes (cauda equina emergency), progressive limb weakness, or pain unresponsive to all conservative measures for 3–6 months with imaging evidence of nerve compression.
Hospital stay 1–2 days. Walking same day. Return to desk work in 2–4 weeks. Return to physical work in 6–12 weeks. 85–90% have significant sciatica relief. Recurrence rate approximately 5–10%.

📍 Consult Dr. Imran Akhtar at Charak Hospital, Lucknow

  • MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics) · 14+ years · Arthroscopy & Sports Injury Specialist
  • OPD: Monday–Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Fee: ₹700
  • Department of Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Hardoi Road, near Safaid Masjid, Dubagga, Lucknow – 226003
  • 📞 0522-666-4444 | Emergency: 24×7

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Days: Monday – Saturday

Timings: 10 AM – 5 PM

Fee: ₹700

Emergency: 24×7

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