Sharat Saxena health update: Actor shares lumbar surgery plan

Veteran actor Sharat Saxena has shared a health update, revealing he is set to undergo lumbar spine surgery. The actor, who was recently seen in Ajay Devgn’s ‘Son of Sardaar 2’, took to social media on September 9 to share pictures from a standing MRI at Bombay Hospital ahead of the procedure.

The update prompted an outpouring of concern and good wishes from fans, to whom Saxena responded with a heartfelt message about his hope of recovering well enough to walk properly and return to work.

Sharat Saxena undergoes standing MRI ahead of surgery

Sharat Saxena shared four pictures from inside the MRI room, showing him undergoing a standing MRI while strapped upright to the machine. Despite the seriousness of the procedure ahead, the veteran actor appeared to maintain a positive demeanour as he posed for the camera.Sharing the update on Instagram, Saxena wrote, “Standing mri before lumbar spine surgery at Bombay Hospital.”

Sharat Saxena thanks fans for their wishes

As fans expressed concern and sent their best wishes, Sharat Saxena responded to the messages in the comments section. He expressed gratitude for the support and shared his hope of recovering well enough to resume his professional commitments.

“My thanks to all of you who have wished me well. I hope to walk properly again and be able to work.

Thank you all. Sharat Saxena,” he wrote.

What is a lumbar spine surgery?

Accoridng to Spine-health and Cleveland Clinic, lumbar spine refers to the five vertebrae located in the lower back. These vertebrae help support body weight, facilitate movement and protect important spinal structures. Lumbar spine surgery can involve repairing, removing or altering structures in the lower back to address certain spinal conditions. Depending on the underlying problem, such procedures may be recommended to relieve symptoms such as pain, weakness or numbness associated with pressure on spinal nerves.

Sharat Saxena’s long career in Hindi cinema

Sharat Saxena has built a career spanning several decades and more than 250 films, establishing himself as a familiar and versatile face in Hindi cinema. Known for playing a range of supporting, character and antagonist roles, the actor has appeared in several popular films across different eras. His filmography includes ‘Mr India’, ‘Tridev’, ‘Ghayal’, ‘Khiladi’, ‘Ghulam’, ‘Gupt: The Hidden Truth’, ‘Duplicate’, ‘Soldier’, ‘Baghban’, ‘Fanaa’, ‘Krrish’, ‘Ek Hi Raasta’ (1993) and ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’, among many others. More recently, Saxena appeared in Ajay Devgn-led ‘Son of Sardaar 2’.Disclaimer: This article discusses a publicly shared health update. Medical information provided here is general background and should not be considered medical advice.