Recovery from revision spine surgery

Back surgery has a very good success rate around 95%, but this is applied to a few thousand new patients every year. Some patients will continue to present chronic pain even after surgery. The surgeon might incorrectly identify the target tissue, or had to operate based on a less precise diagnostic. Rehabilitation after revision spine surgery is a carefully monitored process, including physical therapy to harden the weakened muscles in the affected areas. Strengthening the small muscles around the backbone will increase its support and protect the operation from damage. Extreme caution is taken to prevent specific movements that could interfere or stress the repaired structures, while still encouraging the patient to exercise regularly. A therapist will assist the patients in learning and practicing new exercises.