Recovery and Postoperative Care After Lumbar Herniated Disc Surgery
Lumbar microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure.
Mobilization and Hospital Stay
- Patients are usually mobilized 4-6 hours post-surgery.
- Most patients are discharged the following morning.
Precautions for 6 Weeks
- Do not lift objects heavier than 3-4 kg.
- Bend at the knees, not at the waist.
- Avoid driving for the first 2-3 weeks.