Surgical Pain

“Back Pain After Surgery? There’s More to the Story.”

Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is an older term used to describe ongoing or recurring back or leg pain after one or more spine surgeries. It does not necessarily mean the surgery was a failure. Persistent symptoms can have many possible causes, including nerve irritation, scar tissue, changes in the spine, recurrent or new disc problems, or pain coming from another structure. Symptoms may include back or leg pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, or reduced mobility.   Living with persistent pain after spine

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