Patient Testimonial - Spinal Surgery

Domestic Patient

Patient Name

S Mohammad Basha

Treatment for

Cervical C6 C7 pivd with right upper limb radiculopathy

Treated by

Dr Vishwa Kumar K S

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Speciality

Neurosurgeon

Procedure

Spinal Surgery

Hospital Location

Medicover Hospitals, Kurnool

Patient Location

Domestic

About Patient's Treatment and Recovery

S Mohammad Basha's recovery journey highlights how the right treatment can transform life affected by long-term pain. He had been suffering for a long time from severe neck and back pain caused by a cervical spine condition known as Cervical C6 C7 PIVD with right upper limb radiculopathy. As the pain worsened and began to interfere with his daily activities, he was referred to Dr Vishwa Kumar K S, a Consultant Neurosurgeon at Medicover Hospitals, Kurnool. After careful evaluation, spinal surgery was advised to address the root cause of his pain. The procedure was successful, relieving pressure on the affected nerves and allowing Mr Basha to regain comfort, mobility and an active lifestyle.

Patient Words

"Watching my husband live with constant neck and back pain was very hard. His cervical spine problem affected every part of his life. We were relieved when Dr Vishwa Kumar K S at Medicover Hospitals, Kurnool, recommended surgery and explained everything clearly. The operation on his C6/7 spine was successful, and today he is active and walks without pain. We are extremely grateful to the doctor and the entire medical team for their excellent care."

- Wife of S Mohammad Basha

What is a Cervical C6 C7 PIVD with Right Upper Limb Radiculopathy

Cervical PIVD, or slipped disc in the neck region, occurs when a disc between the neck bones moves out of place and presses on nearby nerves. When this problem happens at the C6-C7 level of the cervical spine, it can affect the nerves that travel from the neck to the arm. This nerve pressure leads to a condition called radiculopathy, which causes pain and other symptoms in the shoulder, arm, and hand.

Common symptoms include persistent neck pain that radiates down the arm, along with numbness, tingling, or weakness in the affected hand or arm.
The condition can significantly reduce daily functioning and quality of life due to continuous pain and restricted movement.
Treatment may start with medicines and physiotherapy, but surgery is recommended when pain is severe, long-lasting, or when nerve compression causes weakness.

What Treatment did we provide to S Mohammad Basha at Medicover?

At Medicover Hospitals, Kurnool, S Mohammad Basha underwent specialized cervical spine surgery performed by Dr Vishwa Kumar K S. The surgery focused on relieving pressure at the C6-C7 level of the spine, which was responsible for his neck pain and right arm nerve symptoms. Surgery was chosen as the best option because his condition was not improving with conservative treatment and was causing ongoing, severe discomfort.

Detailed pre-surgery evaluation and imaging to accurately locate the nerve compression.
Spinal surgery to remove pressure from the affected nerve and stabilize the cervical spine.
Post-surgery care and rehabilitation aimed at pain relief, restoring movement, and helping him return to a normal, active life.