Spine Surgery in Barcelona for International Patients
Disc herniations, stenosis and complex spine pathology treated using minimally invasive, endoscopic and robotic techniques. We begin by assessing your case remotely, so that you only travel if surgery in Barcelona offers a clear benefit.
Back or leg pain caused by a disc herniation or stenosis can become debilitating. When surgery is indicated, the technique makes a significant difference to recovery, which is especially important for patients who are operated on far from home and need to return safely and promptly.
Start with a second opinion, without travelling
With your spinal MRI and medical reports, we review your case remotely and tell you whether surgery is indicated, which technique would be most appropriate and what recovery to expect. In many cases the best recommendation is conservative treatment, and we will tell you so honestly.
Minimally invasive and endoscopic surgery
Minimally invasive (MIS) techniques and endoscopic surgery use very small incisions that preserve the musculature, reduce blood loss and postoperative pain, and shorten recovery. For selected disc herniations and foraminal stenoses, they resolve the problem with minimal impact.
Robotic and high-precision surgery
For more complex procedures, such as those requiring fixation or correction, robotic surgery and navigation increase implant placement accuracy and procedural safety. The team selects the technique based on the diagnosis, not the other way round.
Why this matters for an international patient
- Faster recovery with minimally invasive techniques, which is key when a long-haul flight home is needed.
- Remote assessment of your herniation or stenosis before deciding whether to travel.
- Honest indication selection: we will tell you if surgery is not needed.
- Postoperative follow-up by video consultation when you return home.
You can find detailed clinical information on our pages about spine surgery, lumbar spine and robotic surgery.
Frequently asked questions
What are the advantages of minimally invasive spine surgery?
Minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques use very small incisions, preserve the musculature and reduce postoperative pain, blood loss and recovery time. For a patient travelling from abroad, this enables an earlier and safer return home.
Can you assess my disc herniation or stenosis remotely?
Yes. With your spinal MRI and medical reports we review the case remotely and tell you whether surgery is indicated and which technique would be most appropriate, before you plan the trip.
How long do I need to recover before flying home?
It depends on the procedure. For many minimally invasive operations the hospital stay and initial recovery are short, but we will give you individual guidance on when it is safe to take a long-haul flight after reviewing your case.
We assess your disc herniation or stenosis remotely
Send us your spinal MRI and your medical reports. The Brain & Spine Barcelona team will tell you whether surgery is indicated and which technique would be most appropriate.