Medical articles from Mr Wai Yoon

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10/11/2025

Consultant orthopaedic spinal surgeon

When back pain is more than muscle strain: Recognising scoliosis in adults

Persistent back pain and changes in body shape may be a sign of scoliosis; a condition where the spine curves sideways. Although scoliosis is often associated with childhood, many adults also develop it later in life.

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31/03/2025

Mr Wai Yoon

Consultant orthopaedic spinal surgeon

Spotting scoliosis early: why spring brings a rise in referrals

Scoliosis is a condition wherein the curvature of the spine is abnormal. In this article, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon explains the symptoms of scoliosis, and how the weather may them more noticeable early on.

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15/05/2024

Mr Wai Yoon

Consultant orthopaedic spinal surgeon

What are the causes of sciatica, and can they be treated surgically?

Sciatica can be caused by various conditions affecting the spine, including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease and piriformis syndrome. Surgical treatment options for sciatica include microdiscectomy, laminectomy and spinal fusion, depending on the underlying cause and severity of the symptoms. Leading orthopaedic spinal surgeon Mr Wai Yoon goes into further detail, in this informative article.

Mr Wai Yoon

Consultant orthopaedic spinal surgeon

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