Medical articles of Back pain

06/05/2026
Written by Top Doctors
Understanding back pain and when specialist advice is needed
Back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints seen in clinical practice and affects people across all age groups. While most cases are benign and self-limiting, a small proportion are linked to underlying inflammatory or structural disease that requires specialist assessment.
23/03/2026
Dr Madhusudhan Mali
Pain Management Specialist
Back pain: do I need surgery?
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical advice, yet the question of whether back surgery is needed can be both confusing and concerning.
11/02/2026
Mr Ghulam Abbas
Consultant Orthopaedic and Spinal Surgeon
Back pain and sciatica: when should you see a spinal surgeon for treatment options?
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit their GP, and sciatica is often a concerning symptom. Most cases improve with time and conservative management, but some situations require specialist input.
30/01/2026
Dr Adrian Pendleton
Consultant rheumatologist, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Rehabilitation Medicine Specialist
Understanding inflammatory back pain: causes, symptoms and treatments
Not all back pain is the same. Inflammatory back pain is a type that often signals an underlying condition affecting the spine or joints. Unlike typical mechanical back pain, inflammatory back pain has distinct causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches.
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28/01/2026
Mr David Baxter
Consultant neurosurgeon
Persistent back or arm pain despite treatment? A specialist diagnostic approach before considering spinal surgery
Before spinal surgery is considered for chronic back or arm pain, a careful and specialist diagnostic approach is essential to understand the true cause of pain and identify the most appropriate next steps.
09/12/2025
Mr Mangattil Rajesh
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Surgery for back pain: What are the different approaches, and which one is right for me?
Understanding the types of back surgery and when they are appropriate can help you make informed decisions about your care.
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09/12/2025
Dr Ahmed Foly
Consultant in Pain Medicine
How pain medicine can assist with lower back pain
When lower back pain symptoms persist despite initial self-care, input from a pain medicine specialist can offer targeted treatments that reduce discomfort, improve function and support long-term recovery.
08/08/2025
Mr Raman Kalyan
Consultant spinal surgeon
Lumbar stenosis: what can be done
Spinal stenosis of the lumbar region (lower back) is a condition that can make normal activities exceedingly painful and difficult to accomplish. In this article, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon explains how lumbar stenosis occurs and the methods employed to manage the condition and prevent it from worsening.
08/07/2025
Dr Bharti Seth
Pain Management Specialist
Pain medicine techniques to treat back pain
Pain medicine offers a range of non-surgical techniques that can effectively manage back pain, restore mobility and improve quality of life.
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13/06/2025
Mr Tony Bateman
Spine Surgeon
Back or neck pain: Do I really need spine surgery?
Back and neck pain are common medical complaints, ranging from mild discomfort to debilitating pain that impacts quality of life and daily function. Mr Tony Bateman, distinguished consultant spine surgeon, explains when to seek medical attention, what treatment options are available, and when spine surgery may be required.