The term “disc prolapse” may sound medically technical and the words “slipped,” “herniated,” or “bulging” discs make it more relatable and widely understood. In truth, all these conditions fall under “disc prolapse,” which has multiple names, and these terms are […]
Posterior Lumbar Decompression and Fusion (PLDF) is a spinal surgery procedure performed to treat spinal conditions and problems of the lower back. It is an advanced surgical procedure that uses cutting-edge surgical equipment with advanced imaging technology to minimize tissue […]
Metastatic spinal disease happens when cancer cells from one part of the body break away and travel to the spinal bones to cause Metastatic spinal tumours in the spine. Also referred to as metastatic spinal cancer, it is an advanced […]
A bulging disk is a common spine problem caused when the spinal disk protrudes and begins to extend beyond its normal boundary. These spinal disks that act like cushions protect spinal bones from strain absorb shocks, and enable the spine […]
Spine surgery is a significant step towards regaining comfort, mobility, and a pain-free life. However, it’s not the final step in your journey. A patient who has undergone spine surgery is almost at the finish line but is not quite […]
Mild Scoliosis: Scoliosis is the abnormal curvature of the spine where the spine develops a side-to-side curve in the back. A patient can develop the curvature anywhere in the back, but in most cases, scoliosis develops in the upper or […]
Spinal Fusion Recovery: Do Patients Suffer Permanent Restrictions After Spinal Fusion? Spinal Fusion is a major surgical procedure performed to eliminate abnormal motion between the vertebrae. This procedure aims to impart stability and reduce the pain caused by degenerative spine […]
In a few cases, cancer cells spread from their original tumour to the other parts of the body to form a new tumour in another body part or tissue. This phenomenon is called metastasis, and the tumour formed this way […]
Vertebral compression fractures are small breaks that occur in the vertebral body of the spine over time. Unlike regular fractures due to injuries, compression fractures occur due to osteoporosis, where the bone tends to get weaker and fragile increasing the […]
A complicated spinal disorder called idiopathic scoliosis is characterised by an unnatural lateral curve of the spine. The term “idiopathic” designates a disorder for which there is no recognised aetiology. When the spine is undergoing fast expansion, such as during […]