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January 1, 2026Brain and SpineOpen Access

A systematic review and meta-analysis on surgery for lumbar disc herniation: optimal timing of surgery, return to work and outcomes compared with conservative management

Ambaliya Shaman De Bruyn Felix Depreitere Bart

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Surgical intervention leads to improved outcomes compared to conservative management.
Key evidence shows a significant increase in return to work rates post-surgery over conservative care.
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluate multiple studies on surgical timing and efficacy.
Findings highlight the need for personalized approaches in deciding optimal surgical timing and strategies.

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Systematic review compares surgical outcomes and return to work timing in lumbar disc herniation, suggesting optimal intervention timing.

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Shaman et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a75d68c6e9836116a276e9 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bas.2025.105917

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