Scoliosis
Scoliosis is the term given to an abnormal curve of your spine. Learn more about scoliosis causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options
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Ankylosing spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of arthritis that mainly affects your spine. There’s no cure for AS, but treatments can help ease your symptoms.
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The role of a neurosurgeon
Neurosurgeons (brain surgeons) specialise in the surgical treatment and management of conditions that affect the brain, spine and nervous system.
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Spina bifida
Spina bifida is a birth defect that affects a baby's spine from early pregnancy. Having enough folate in your diet lowers your baby’s risk.
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Sea creature bites and stings
Sea creature stings and bites can be serious due to venom through their teeth, tentacles, spines, or skin. Learn when to get help.
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Lumbar microdiscectomy
A slipped disc is where the spongy centre of a disc bulges out and puts pressure on a nerve where it leaves your spine. The aim is to relieve the pressure on the nerve so it can recover.
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Laminectomy
A laminectomy may be recommended to ease your back pain but only when other treatments such as physiotherapy and medication have not worked.
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How to improve your posture
Good posture is important. Here are some tips and exercises to follow so you can improve your posture both in the workplace and at home.
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Sciatica
Sciatica is a type of pain in your back and legs. Discover more about the causes, how the symptoms develop and how it's treated.
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Spinal disc problems
Problems with your spinal discs can lead to back pain, sciatica and other problems. Learn about the causes and treatment options.
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