By Mr Sanj Bassi
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Foramen magnum decompression surgery for Chiari malformation
A foramen magnum decompression is a surgical treatment for Chiari malformation. Mr Sanj Bassi explains what causes a Chiari malformation and how a foramen magnum decompression treats it.
By Dr Rajib Samanta
28.09.20
Neurosurgery
Occipital neuralgia: how to treat a tension headache
A tension headache begins in the back of the neck or head and spreads behind the eyes, forehead and to the scalp. Read more from one of our expert neurosurgeons Dr Rajib Samanta on what causes the condition, the symptoms and how it can be treated.
By Ms Anna Miserocchi
28.09.20
Neurosurgery
What happens during brain surgery for glioma?
The type of surgical treatment that you will have to remove your brain tumour will depend on the size and location of cancer and will be thoroughly evaluated and discussed with your neurosurgeon. We asked one of our specialists Mr Richard Gullan about the surgical procedure for glioma and whether you are asleep during the operation.
By Mr Christos Tolias
14.09.20
Neurosurgery
Brain aneurysm (intracranial aneurysm) FAQs answered by a specialist
An aneurysm is a weak spot in an artery that becomes swollen with blood. When left untreated and unmonitored, it can result in life-threatening conditions. Mr Christos Tolias, a neurosurgeon with over 30 years of experience, shares his expertise with us by answering the most frequently asked questions about brain aneurysms.
By Professor Keyoumars Ashkan
24.04.20
Neurosurgery
Life-saving brain surgery on an awake violinist
The removal of a brain tumour is incredibly complex, particularly due to the necessity of checking that the brain isn't damaged during the tumour's removal. For Ms Dagmar, a professional violinist, it was essential that she kept her ability to play her violin, so she performed during her brain surgery. Learn about brain tumours, their removal and this remarkable surgery performed by Professor Ashkan and his team.
By Mrs Anne Mitchener
17.03.20
Neurosurgery
Sciatica vs. back pain: how do they differ?
Sciatica pain radiates along the sciatica nerve, which goes from your lower back through the buttocks and down through the leg, distinctively, on one side, whereas back pain usually occurs from muscle strain. We've asked one of our expert neurosurgeons Mrs Anne Mitchener to explain the difference between both conditions and if there is a test that you can make at home to determine which one you have.
By Mrs Anne Mitchener
24.02.20
Neurosurgery
Most of us have experienced a sore neck at some point, whether we have been lifting weights at the gym, or from sitting with poor posture at our desks. We've asked one of our leading London neurosurgeons Mrs Anne Mitchener when neck pain becomes a sign of something more serious.
By Mr Chirag Patel
18.02.20
Neurosurgery
Treating chronic back pain with spinal cord stimulation
If you've attempted countless therapies and treatments for your stubborn back pain and nothing seems to be working, then spinal cord stimulation may be the treatment for you! Cardiff-based neurosurgeon Mr Chirag Patel explains what this procedure consists of and how effective it has been so far for his patients.
By Mr Sinan Barazi
18.12.19
Neurosurgery
Sacroiliac joint pain: what does it feel like?
Sacroiliac joint pain occurs when there has been damage or an injury to the joint between the spine and hip. We've asked one of our top neurosurgeons Mr Sinan Barazi how the pain has been described as feeling and how it is treated.
By Mr Irfan Malik
17.12.19
Neurosurgery
Treating back pain with percutaneous laser disc decompression
Back pain, one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, especially lower back pain and sciatica can be caused by a herniated disc. A herniated disc is where a disc in the spinal disc puts pressure on the nerves causing pain in the back and down along the leg. Mr Malik, one of the UK’s leading minimally invasive spinal surgeons talks about percutaneous laser disc decompression (PLDD), a fairly new technique to treat back pain.
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