Diagnostics, Therapeutics & Surgery

When spine surgery is recommended, it is important to have a complete understanding of the spine surgical procedure. Paul Kraemer, MD, a spine surgeon with Indiana Spine Group, states that he encourages his patients to ask questions prior to any spine surgery procedure. It is important for patients to have a clear understanding of their procedure and expected outcomes so that they have realistic expectations about their spine surgery, Kraemer adds.

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Physicians and staff at Indiana Spine Group, work closely with patients prior to surgery to help answer all of their questions.

The following are a few recommended questions:

1. What is the exact name of the procedure recommended?
2. What is a clear, layman friendly description of the procedure?
3. Why is the spine surgery recommended at this time?
4. What are the treatment options if this procedure is not done?
5. What are the risks of the procedure; and the incidence of these risks?
6. What is the anticipated outcome of the surgery?
7. What is the anticipated recovery period like, and what can be expected?