Dr. Zachary Napier MD

Introduction to Failed Back Syndrome Failed Back Syndrome (FBS), also known as Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS), is a condition that affects many individuals who have undergone spinal surgery but continue to experience persistent pain. This condition can be incredibly frustrating and debilitating, as patients often feel like they’ve exhausted their options after surgery. However, understanding FBS, its causes, symptoms, and treatment options can provide hope and a path forward for those affected. In this blog, we will explore everything you need to know about Failed Back Syndrome, including how to manage it and when to seek specialized care. Despite the name, FBS doesn’t mean the surgery itself was a failure; rather, it indicates that the procedure did not achieve the desired outcome of relieving pain. This condition can occur after procedures like laminectomy, discectomy, or spinal fusion, impacting up to 40% of spinal surgery patients. Causes of Failed Back Syndrome There are seve...

Failed Back Syndrome: Understanding, Managing, and Treating Failed Back Syndrome (FBS), also known as post-laminectomy syndrome, refers to chronic back pain that persists or worsens after spinal surgery. It can be frustrating for patients who had surgery expecting pain relief, only to find their condition unchanged or even aggravated. Failed Back Syndrome is not a specific disease but a term encompassing various symptoms that arise from unsuccessful spinal surgeries. In this blog, we’ll explore the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and steps to prevent Failed Back Syndrome, helping you better understand and manage this complex condition. What is Failed Back Syndrome? Failed Back Syndrome occurs when spinal surgery, typically intended to correct issues like herniated discs or spinal stenosis, fails to alleviate pain or leads to new discomfort. It can manifest in various forms of chronic pain, including persistent lower back pain, leg pain, and sometimes even neck pain. Th...

Failed Back Syndrome (FBS), also known as Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS), refers to the chronic pain and discomfort experienced by patients after undergoing spinal surgery. While spinal surgery is often performed to alleviate back pain and improve quality of life, not all surgeries are successful. This blog explores the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for Failed Back Syndrome, providing a comprehensive guide for those seeking relief. What is Failed Back Syndrome? Failed Back Syndrome is a general term used to describe the condition of patients who have not had a successful result with back surgery or spine surgery and continue to experience significant pain or discomfort. This syndrome can be frustrating and debilitating, affecting the patient's physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Causes of Failed Back Syndrome There are several potential causes of Failed Back Syndrome, including:  1. Recurrent Disc Herniation After surgery to remove a herniated disc, th...