Lumbar Spine Surgery at Gangnam Nanoori International SPINE & JOINT Center

What Is Lumbar Spine Surgery?

Lumbar Spine Surgery involves surgical interventions on the lower back (lumbar) region to address chronic pain, nerve compression, instability, or spinal deformities. This surgery is commonly used for herniated discs, lumbar stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and sciatica that have not responded to conservative care.

Benefits of Lumbar Spine Surgery

• Sciatic Nerve Relief: Alleviates leg pain and numbness caused by compressed spinal nerves.
• Enhanced Lower Back Stability: Procedures like fusion reduce abnormal movement and vertebral slippage.
• Restoration of Function: Improves mobility and walking ability for patients with severe lumbar stenosis.
• Minimally Invasive Options: Smaller incisions mean faster recovery and reduced muscle trauma.
• Custom Solutions: Treatment is tailored based on imaging, lifestyle, and severity of the spinal issue.

Cost of Lumbar Spine Surgery in South Korea

South Korea offers lumbar procedures that are both cost-effective and advanced in quality.

Estimated treatment costs include:

• Lumbar Discectomy: $8,000–$13,000 USD
• Lumbar Spinal Fusion: $15,000–$25,000 USD
• Minimally Invasive Lumbar Surgery: $10,000–$18,000 USD

All surgeries are performed in high-tech operating suites with rapid-recovery protocols and international patient support.

Considerations Before Lumbar Spine Surgery

• Condition Duration: Surgery is usually recommended if symptoms persist beyond 6–8 weeks.
• Activity Limitations: Expect temporary limitations on lifting and bending during recovery.
• Bone Health: Osteoporosis may impact implant choices or fusion success.
• Insurance Pre-Authorization: Some plans may require documentation of prior non-surgical treatments.

Common Lumbar Spine Procedures Offered

1. Microdiscectomy

Removes herniated disc material that compresses a nerve root, typically through a small incision and microscope.

2. Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)

Stabilizes the spine by fusing vertebrae with cages and bone grafts via a posterior approach.

3. Minimally Invasive Laminectomy

Decompresses the spinal canal in patients with lumbar stenosis, using tubular retractors and small incisions.

4. Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (LLIF)

Accesses the spine from the side of the body to minimize back muscle disruption and preserve spinal alignment.

5. Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement

Replaces a worn-out disc with a prosthetic, maintaining natural spinal motion and reducing adjacent segment disease.

Expert Medical Team

Our lumbar spine surgeons specialize in minimally invasive and complex reconstructions, with advanced training in interbody fusion, disc replacement, and spinal deformity correction. The care team includes anesthesiologists, rehabilitation specialists, and nurses fluent in post-lumbar recovery protocols.

International Patient Support

The center offers a dedicated International Patient Service to help overseas patients with:

• Multilingual staff (English, Russian, Mongolian, and more)
• Assistance with medical visas and travel arrangements
• Personalized care coordination from consultation through post-treatment recovery
• Online medical consultations for pre-evaluation

Location & Contact

• Address: 731 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
• Phone (Intl): +82-10-6290-9796
• Email: ihc_info@mfnanoori.co.kr
• Website: ihc.nanoori.co.kr