Minimally invasive treatments for disk hernia

Abstract

Background and purpose: Low back pain (LBP) is one of the common reasons for people to seek treatment from a physician, especially in modern society. We present the indications, technique, complications, etc. of the different minimally invasive interventions. Methods: A multitude of therapies are available to treat disc herniation, ranging from conserva-tive methods (medication and physical therapy) to minimally invasive (chemonucleolysis, O₂-O₃ therapy, mechanical nucleoplasty, intradiscal electrothermal therapy, etc) and surgery. Results: We present our experience of 10 years in minimally invasive interventions with common indications, results, complications, tips and tricks, etc. Conclusions: Percutaneous disk interventions are an alternative therapy situated between medical treatment and spinal surgery. Patients selection is very important and lead to the successful of the intervention.