Rhizotomy in Mexico

Rhizotomy in Mexico

Selective dorsal rhizotomy is an irreversible surgical technique used to decrease spasticity in the muscles, especially when the patient complains of severe pain.

The technique involves surgical interruption of nerve endings from reaching the spinal cord to muscles affected by spasticity. It is usually done in children aged 2-3 years to 8-10 years and it is done with general anesthesia.

In other words, selective dorsal rhizotomy in Mexico turns spastic paralysis into flaccid paralysis and is an irreversible process because some of the nerve endings roots from the spinal cord are cut permanently. After the operation, the patient has to remain under observation and must be subjected to careful post rehabilitative intervention phase to strengthen the muscle tone as possible.

This procedure can cause complications, some linked to the need to undergo anesthesia and some others due to the nature of the operation, among which is the remote possibility of damage to the nerve endings adjacent to those to be cut.

Selective dorsal rhizotomy in Mexico is both safe and affordable for thousands of American patients without a proper insurante plan. Hispano Americano Hospital in Mexicali, Mexico, has one of the most comprehensive teams of specialists led by board certified surgeon Dr. Juan Carlos Alvarez Garnier. We also have the most innovative equipment to ensure the best care and recovery of our patients.

Selective dorsal rhizotomy in Mexico is not a healing method of spasticity, but reduces the muscle tone of the paralyzed muscles and, consequently, the respective painful sensations caused by muscle spasms and contractions. For many patients this may mean a significant improvement in their quality of life.

For more information on orthopaedics and rhizotomy in Mexico, visit us in hispanohospital.com or call toll-free 888-698-2244.