Category: Back Pain Treatment

  Lumbar Microdiscectomy – Patient Information Sheet Introduction Lumbar microdiscectomy is basically an operation on the lumbar spine, performed using a surgical microscope and microsurgical techniques. This particular surgical procedure requires only a very...

Minimally Invasive Discectomy Introduction Minimally invasive discectomy is a relatively new option for those that need to undergo a discectomy to relieve pain associated with a prolapsed intervertebral disc. The recovery time from a...

The role of physiotherapy in the management of lower back pain Introduction Lower back pain is one of the leading causes of physical disability, especially at the workplace. Research indicates that almost 80% of...

      Radiofrequency facet joint denervation Introduction Radiofrequency facet joint nerve denervation is a minimally invasive pain management technique which coagulates and inactivates the nerves to the joints. This technique primarily involves coagulating...

Nerve Root Injections Introduction The nerve root is the part of the nerve that branches out from the spinal cord on its way to the outer parts of the body. They are found all...

Treating a Prolapsed Intervertebral Disc Introduction The intervertebral discs are the cushions or shock absorbers that are found between each of the vertebrae. They are made up of fibrous connective tissues that protect a...

Therapeutic Spine Injections Introduction Therapeutic spine injections are a method of delivering anti-inflammatory medications or local anaesthetics to areas of the spine that are generating pain. Not only can they provide temporary relief, but...

Treating Chronic Lower Back Pain Introduction Chronic lower back pain is typically described as lower back pain that has lasted for three months or longer. It is notoriously difficult to diagnose, as sometimes the...

Disc Replacement Surgery Introduction The intervertebral discs play an integral part of the spine. These shock absorbers that are made up of a tough, fibrous outer core and a soft, gel-like centre found between...

Treating discogenic pain Introduction Discogenic pain is described as pain that originates from the intervertebral discs. These discs are the cushions or shock absorbers that are found between each of the vertebrae. Along with...