Lumbar disc prolapse causing significant symptoms of back and radiating leg pain is usually treated with medication and physiotherapy. Although more than 90% of them get relieved without surgery, those with persistent, severe symptoms or with nerve function deficits may need surgical treatment. An endoscopic discectomy or micro-discectomy is the most commonly advised spine surgery…
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Work from home – is it good or bad for your spine?
Work related back pain is a common reason for sick leave all over the world. With a number of people working long hours in sitting posture on desks and in front of computers, there is a rise in prevalence of significant back or neck pain, even among the youngsters in the prime of their health….
Does cigarette smoking cause disc problems?
Smoking has long been know to cause many harmful effects, mainly on the lungs and heart, apart from increased risk of various cancers. A less known fact is that smoking can also lead to faster degeneration (wear and tear) of the discs of the spine and increase the risk of disc prolapse and related problems;…
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