Advance in Rehabilitation after Lumber Disc Surgery (review) / 中国康复理论与实践

ABSTRACT

Lumbar disc herniation is an important cause of chronic low back pain, for which surgery has a great effect. However, there remain some residual symptoms, such as pain, disability, etc. It's effective for postoperative rehabilitation to relieve pain, and improve the disability and psychological status. However, the optimal rehabilitation program is controversial. So it's necessary to consider various aspects including time, site, frequency, intensity and pattern for an optimal rehabilitation choice, which needs further study. Psychological factors shall be concerned by medical workers as well.