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Neck and Shoulder
The Risks You Face with Surgery for Neck Pain
In our last blog post we looked at why and when you might need neck surgery and the types of neck surgery…
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Surgical procedures
Why You Should Stop Taking Fish Oil Before Back Surgery
Fish oils, and the omega 3 essential fatty acids this can contain, has become a popular remedy in recent years…
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis Surgery Options
Synovial Facet Joint Removal for Rheumatoid Arthritis As Rheumatoid Arthritis is an inflammatory condition where the body’s own immune system…
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Spondylolisthesis
Things to Consider Before Spondylolisthesis Surgery
Back surgery for spondylolisthesis is an invasive operation and many patients will require a blood transfusion during the surgery. This…
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Surgical procedures
Spine Surgery Consultation Questions to Expect: Medical, Personal and Family History
Anyone who is discussing the potential for spine surgery with a specialist should expect to be asked certain questions alongside…
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Bulging Disc
Back Surgery for Bulging Disc
In general, back surgery for a bulging disc is not required as they are often asymptomatic and present no immediate…
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Back Pain
Leg Pain after Back Surgery
It is an unfortunate fact that back surgery does not always achieve significant pain relief for many patients with symptoms such as…
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Spondylolisthesis
Back Surgery for Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis is a condition where vertebrae ‘slip’ out of position in the spine, causing the normal structure of the spinal…
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Arthritis
Back Surgery for Arthritis
Arthritic changes in the spine can cause serious disability and pain and for many patients the symptoms become unmanageable using…
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Fibromyalgia
Back Surgery for Fibromyalgia
Back surgery for fibromyalgia has become a contentious issue in the past few years, with some claiming it can be a…
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