By Mr Richard Selway
07.02.19
Neurology
Epilepsy – the 6 types of seizures
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder affecting 1 in 100 people in the UK, and it is characterised by seizures. Typically, seizures may involve uncontrolled, jerky movements, but in fact, did you know that there are 6 different types of seizure? Mr Richard Selway of the London Neurosurgery Partnership describes the characteristics of each type of seizure.
By Mr David Bell
17.12.18
Neurosurgery
5 different types of spondylolisthesis
When a bone in the vertebra slips out of place it is known as a condition called spondylolisthesis. There are, however, five types of this condition and none of which should be confused for a slipped disc. Leading neurosurgeon Mr David Bell explains the differences and how it's treated.
By Mr Sinan Barazi
12.12.18
Neurosurgery
Headaches can come in various shapes and sizes, from common tension headaches to cluster headaches and migraines and the way to manage them depends on the type. There are many options, but don’t worry! Leading neurosurgeon Mr Sinan Barazi, part of the London Neurosurgery Partnership, is here with a handy guide to headache management.
By Mr Nicholas Thomas
12.12.18
Neurosurgery
Microdiscectomy: a new treatment for slipped disc
Slipped disc affects approximately 1 in 50 people and can be a serious cause of back pain. Luckily, in the 21st century we have a wide range of ways to treat slipped disc. One of the latest is an innovative procedure called microdiscectomy, which promises an effective surgical solution without causing too much damage to the skin and muscles in your back. We spoke to Mr Nicholas Thomas, a leading neurosurgeon based in London, to find out what it involves.
By Mr Richard Selway
10.12.18
Neurosurgery
Open vs. minimally-invasive spinal surgery: which is better?
There are pros and cons to both open and minimally-invasive approaches, states Mr Richard Selway, a leading neurosurgeon at the London Neurosurgery Partnership.
By Professor Keyoumars Ashkan
27.11.18
Neurosurgery
How does awake brain surgery really work?
Awake brain surgery is a surgical procedure carried out on the brain whilst the patient is awake and conscious. This procedure is used when surgery is being performed close to part of the brain that controls speech and motor functions. Professor Keyoumars Ashkan, a leading neurosurgeon at the London Neurosurgery Partnership, explains how awake brain surgery is performed, the risks involved and what the recovery period looks like following this complex and remarkable procedure.
By Mr Nicholas Thomas
08.10.18
Neurosurgery
Pars defect; a common cause of lower back pain.
The most common cause of lower back pain in adolescents, a pars defect can lead to the development of other conditions, like stress fractures if not treated accordingly. Neurosurgeon Mr Nicholas Thomas tells why this condition happens and what we can do about it.
By Mr Irfan Malik
02.10.18
Neurosurgery
The nuts and bolts of spinal fusions
When one looks at all the different spinal surgery options that are out there, it can seem very confusing and daunting. That’s why we asked neurosurgeon Mr Irfan Malik to explain spinal fusion surgery, what options are available to patients and how long we should expect recovery to take. Let’s take a look.
By Mr David Bell
01.10.18
Neurosurgery
Cracked backs and kyphoplasty: an expert’s guide to vertebral compression fractures
Back injuries can be very serious. Your spine is not just part of your skeleton – it also contains important nerves that help to control your body. One type of injury that can occur is a vertebral compression fracture. Top neurosurgeon Mr David Bell explains.
By Mr David Bell
20.09.18
Neurosurgery
What to expect from ACDF surgery
Are you experiencing pain, tingling and weakness in your arms and hands? You could be suffering from a herniated disc. We interviewed Mr David Bell about ACDF surgery, to treat pain caused by a bulging or herniated disk in the neck.
Popular medical articles
Highlighted medical articles