Early surgery in sciatica patients results in improved pain relief and perceived recovery
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Surgery versus Prolonged Conservative Treatment for Sciatica
N Engl J Med. 2007 May 31;356(22):2245-56Exclusive Author Interview
Dr. Wilco Peul discusses early surgery versus prolonged conservative treatment for sciatica.
283 patients with disc herniation and resulting sciatica were randomized to either receive early surgery or prolonged conservative treatment for 6 months (followed by surgery if needed). The results indicated that for both groups, similar outcomes were observed at the one year follow up period. However it is important to note that those in the early surgery group demonstrated faster rate of pain relief and perceived recovery, and thus may render this treatment method a valid and supported option.
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