Recovery after lumbar arthrodesis surgery

Lumbar arthrodesis is a procedure that can be used to relieve certain types of back pain when other treatments have failed. Nowadays, because there are new ways to perform this surgery using minimally invasive techniques, the patient’s recovery process is much faster and easier than in the past. 

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28-02-2023

Gislane Rodrigues says, "Six months after surgery I was competing again, and became the world champion."

This is the story of Gislane Rodrigues, an athlete who began suffering pain two months before the pandemic. She first thought it was probably just muscle soreness from her regular sports activity, but it did not improve. The pain got so bad that she couldn’t turn over in bed, and no one seemed to know the solution. That is, until she met Dr. Català. In this article, Gislane tells us about her experience in her own words.

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22-02-2023

Recovery after C5-C6 Cervical Hernia Surgery

The recovery process following surgery for cervical disc herniation usually lasts between four to six weeks. This recovery period is crucial, so Instituto Clavel has prepared this information to guide you through the process. 

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16-02-2023

What is radiculopathy and how is it treated?

Radiculopathy, commonly known as a "pinched nerve," is a condition resulting from compression of the nerve roots of the spinal cord. Radiculopathy can occur in the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar spine. In the following, we provide more information about this condition and how it can be treated.

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10-02-2023

Is walking good for a herniated disc? What physical activities are recommended?

Do you suffer from a lumbar disc herniation and want to know if walking is good for it? The answer will depend a lot on what stage of the condition you’re in, because, in some cases, the pain can be incapacitating. Read more to find out when it is advisable to walk with a herniated disc, and some other recommended physical activities.

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02-02-2023

Dr. Montes answers your questions about recovery from brain tumor surgery

A brain tumor is a growth of cells in the brain that multiply in an abnormal way. In this article, Dr. Montes of Instituto Clavel explains what you can expect during recovery from surgery for a brain tumor.

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20-01-2023

Everything you need to know about disc replacement surgery

Disc replacement surgery, or ADR, is a procedure in which a damaged or unhealthy disc is replace by an artificial disc implant. Here at Instituto Clavel we would like you to know all about this surgery, including its advantages and risks. 

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