A 58-year-old female patient travelled to India seeking advanced treatment for persistent lower back pain that had significantly affected her daily life. She was evaluated at Artemis Hospital, a leading centre for advanced spine surgery.
Patient’s Medical Condition
She was presented with severe lower back pain radiating to both legs (left more than right). The pain had a gradual onset and a progressive course, accompanied by numbness, tingling, and bladder symptoms, which are concerning indicators of nerve compression in the lower spine.
Such symptoms can severely limit mobility, interfere with daily activities, and may lead to neurological complications if not treated in time.
Expert Evaluation and Diagnosis
After a detailed clinical assessment and radiological investigations, the spine surgery team diagnosed her condition as a degenerative spinal disorder affecting the L3–L5 region, causing nerve compression and instability in the lumbar spine.
Given the severity of symptoms and neurological involvement, surgical intervention was recommended to relieve nerve pressure and stabilise the spine.
Advanced Surgical Treatment
Under the expert care of Dr Hitesh Garg, along with the experienced spine surgery team, including Dr Dheeraj Batheja, Dr Sumit Kumar and Dr Varun Khanna, the patient underwent:
L3–L5 Minimally Invasive Fixation with L4–L5 Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
This modern minimally invasive spine surgery technique helps stabilise the spinal segment, decompress the affected nerves, and restore spinal alignment while minimising damage to surrounding muscles.
Benefits of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
The procedure offers several advantages compared to traditional open spine surgery, including:
- Smaller incisions
- Less blood loss
- Reduced muscle damage
- Faster recovery time
- Shorter hospital stays
- Early return to daily activities
Successful Outcome
The surgery was successfully performed on 02 February 2026. Following the procedure, she experienced significant relief from her back and leg pain, with gradual improvement in neurological symptoms.
She was discharged on the second day post-surgery, after a smooth recovery under expert supervision.
Today, she can move comfortably and return to her normal routine with renewed confidence.
A Message of Hope for Spine Patients
Chronic back pain with nerve symptoms should never be ignored. Early diagnosis and treatment by experienced spine specialists can prevent long-term complications and significantly improve quality of life.
Her successful surgery highlights how advanced minimally invasive spine techniques and expert surgical care can transform the lives of patients suffering from complex spinal disorders.