Frequently asked questions
Common questions from patients researching spine treatment in India.
Costs vary by procedure, hospital and complexity. Our cost page shows indicative planning ranges, but a written hospital estimate is required before treatment.
Consider a surgeon's specific spine experience, the procedures they perform regularly, and how clearly they explain your options. Our specialist opinion process is designed to help with this.
Yes. Uploading your MRI, CT or X-ray lets a specialist review your case before you decide to travel.
This depends on the procedure and your recovery. A coordinator will give you a case-specific estimate after specialist review.
Yes. India is a well-established destination for international spine patients, and our coordination team supports the full journey.
A minimally invasive technique that treats certain spine conditions through a small endoscopic access point. See our endoscopic discectomy page for details.
No. Many spine conditions are managed with physiotherapy, medication or injections. Surgery is discussed when it is clinically appropriate.
Recovery time depends heavily on the specific procedure — from one to two weeks for some minimally invasive procedures to several months for larger fusion or deformity surgery.
Your surgeon will advise on when it is safe to travel, based on your procedure and recovery. This is typically confirmed at your post-operative follow-up.
This varies and is confirmed in your written estimate — see our cost page for what is typically included and excluded.
Standard implants are typically included; premium or custom implants may be quoted separately.
Any additional treatment required for a complication is discussed and costed separately, explained by your coordinator and hospital in advance where possible.
Yes. Uploading your MRI and existing reports is a straightforward way to get a specialist second opinion.
Once treatment is confirmed, our coordination team helps arrange an invitation letter from your treating hospital and explains the rest of the documentation. See our visa assistance page for details.