Surgical procedures
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Percutaneous Discectomy
The spine consists of bony vertebrae. Between each vertebra are soft-based structures known as discs. When a disc herniation occurs, the…
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Discectomy Surgery and Recovery
A discectomy is the surgical removal of a specific part or all of the spinal disc. Discectomy surgery is preferred…
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Stabilization Back Surgery in the Cervical Spine
Some spinal surgeries on the neck involve stabilization alone as acute trauma, or spinal abnormality may be at risk of…
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After a Laminectomy Procedure
When coming round from the general anaesthetic most patients will be fitted with a surgical collar, or brace to maintain…
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Back Surgery Options
The majority of lumbar disc herniations (around 80%) respond to non-surgical intervention and do not require surgery. However, the most…
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What Happens During a Spine Fusion?
Patients undergoing spinal fusion will usually have been given a general anaesthetic and rolled onto their front during preparation for surgery. Depending…
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Risks of Neck Surgery
Cervical spinal surgery is often complicated by the presence in the neck of numerous delicate structures which could be severely…
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Back Surgery Complications – What Can Go Wrong in Back Surgery?
Complications after back surgery can range from mild pain to serious spinal cord injury, paralysis and even death. How can you…
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Back Surgery and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
The stress and anxiety associated with any surgical procedure leaves patients vulnerable to psychiatric disturbance and post-traumatic stress disorder following…
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Back Surgery – Setting Expectations
A key factor in achieving patient satisfaction for those with back pain is setting expectations for back surgery that are…
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