Back Surgery
Surgical Procedures for Treating Spinal Conditions
Spinal conditions affect millions of people worldwide, leading to chronic pain and disability. Each year, over 20,000 spinal operations are carried out in the UK
29 May 2024
Spinal conditions affect millions of people worldwide, leading to chronic pain and disability. Each year, over 20,000 spinal operations are carried out in the UK
Back pain is a pervasive issue, affecting millions worldwide, and often exacerbated by movement or even the simple act of breathing. It’s essential to explore
Are you tired of living with chronic back pain? Have you tried various treatments without finding lasting relief? If so, it might be time to
The duration of back muscle spasms can vary depending on the severity of the spasm and the underlying cause, and can span between a few minutes to a few hours per episode.
‘Text neck’ is a term used to describe the distinctive forward-leaning deformity of the neck caused by prolonged use of mobile devices such as smartphones. It can lead to stiffness, pain and deformity in the neck.
The best way to improve your spinal range of motion is to perform exercises that decompress your spine, as they can also relieve pain.
Spinal facets are surfaces where two spinal bones meet and are joined by a type of synovial joints called facet joints.
A back muscle spasm is an involuntary contraction of one or more muscles along the spine. This can lead to muscles becoming tense or sore.
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is an inflammatory condition that affects joints of the spine. It is usually diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, taking a history, as well we running imaging and blood tests.
Short leg syndrome is a condition that is more commonly referred to as leg length discrepancy. People who suffer from SLS have an imbalance in the structure of their lower body, which can alter their posture and lead to leg, foot, hip, knee and back problems.
Referred pain is pain that is triggered in a specific part of the body, but you feel pain elsewhere, rather than at the local site of the triggering point.
When it comes to the spine, certain back and neck problems may cause referred pain to other parts of the body.
When a nerve in the neck becomes trapped, it can lead to pain the neck, shoulders, and even headaches, along with muscle tension, stiffness, and potentially other symptoms as well.
