Medical articles of Degenerative disc disease

18/12/2025
Mr Yousaf Shah
Consultant Spinal Surgeon
Understanding spinal diseases and their appropriate management
The spine is the central support of our body, allowing movement, protecting the spinal cord, and maintaining posture. When spinal problems arise, they can significantly impact daily life, causing pain, mobility issues, and even neurological symptoms. Understanding spinal diseases and knowing how to manage them appropriately is essential not just for patients but for anyone looking to safeguard their long-term spinal health.
30/01/2025
Mr Rajat Verma
Consultant Spine Surgeon
Degenerative disc disease: Causes, symptoms, and the path to a healthier spine
On hand to provide us with all the key nuggets of information regarding degenerative disc disease is renowned consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Rajat Verma.
06/01/2025
Mr Edward Seel
Consultant spinal surgeon
Maximise recovery from robotic spinal fusion surgery
Spinal fusion surgery is a procedure used to treat conditions like chronic back pain, scoliosis, or degenerative disc disease by permanently connecting two or more vertebrae in the spine. In recent years, robotic-assisted navigation has revolutionised spinal fusion surgery by offering greater precision, shorter recovery times and improved outcomes for patients.
16/10/2024
Mr Navin Furtado
Neurosurgeon and Spinal Surgeon
Can sciatica go away?
Sciatica is characterised by pain which radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve. It runs from the lower back, through the hips, and down each leg. Sciatica is often caused by compression or irritation of the nerve due to conditions such as a herniated disc, bone spur, or spinal stenosis. Patients experiencing sciatica may wonder if this painful condition can go away on its own or whether medical intervention is necessary.
03/07/2024
Dr James Jack
Pain Management Specialist
Low back pain and how a pain management specialist can help you
Low back pain is a condition that affects many people at some point in their lives. It can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain that makes movement difficult. It’s crucial to understand the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for low back pain in order to manage this condition effectively. Here to provide a detailed look at low back pain and how a pain management specialist can help, is leading consultant pain management specialist Dr James Jack.
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20/06/2022
Mr Venkat Iyer
Neurosurgeon
Degenerative spinal disease: causes, symptoms and treatment
Degenerative spinal disease is a condition can cause a gradual decline in the usual function and structure of the spine. In this informative article, highly experienced and skilled neurosurgeon and spinal surgeon, Mr Venkat Iyer, offers expert insight on the condition, including its causes and symptoms, whilst also detailing the treatment options for degenerative spine disease.
28/02/2019
Mr Sinan Barazi
Pituitary, skull base, facial pain and spinal neurosurgeon
Lumbar decompression: how it works, what it’s for, recovery time
Lumbar decompression is a surgical operation to create more space for your nerves and spinal cord. There are many different ways a lumbar decompression can be carried out depending on your condition. This article by leading neurosurgeon Mr Sinan Barazi looks at how the procedure works, who it’s for, and what to expect after the operation.
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15/09/2017
Professor Keyoumars Ashkan MBE
Neurosurgeon
A common cause of back pain: a guide to degenerative spine disease
DSD is relatively common in the Western world, due to its ageing population. Most people over the age of 40 experience some degree of degeneration, with people over 70 even more commonly and severely affected. Professor Ashkan, leading neurosurgeon, explains the condition.
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08/09/2017
Written by Top Doctors
What are disc implants?
Find out when disc implants are necessary, and what the risks are.
28/08/2017
Mr Irfan Malik
Robotic, Endoscopic, and Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgeon
What to watch for with back pain: the signs and symptoms of degenerative disc disease
Lower back pain, neck pain, neck spasms, numbness and weakness in the legs - these are all potential signs of degenerative disc disease. Learn what your symptoms might indicate with expert neurosurgeon Mr Irfan Malik.
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