Draft content — this page is awaiting review by Dr. Sitsabesan Chokkalingam. Please confirm details at your consultation.
Draft content — this page is awaiting review by Dr. Sitsabesan Chokkalingam. Please confirm details at your consultation.
Overview
Back and neck pain are very common, and most cases settle with the right advice, medicines and exercises. Some problems — such as a slipped disc pressing on a nerve, or a spinal fracture — may need injections or surgery. The doctor will find the cause of your symptoms and explain every option clearly.
When is it recommended?
Back or neck pain lasting more than a few weeks
Pain, numbness or tingling spreading into an arm or leg
Weakness in the arms or legs
A spinal fracture, including in older adults with weak bones
Treatment options
Non-surgical care
Medicines, physiotherapy, posture advice and, where suitable, nerve root blocks (SNRB) to ease pain.
Spine surgery
Disc surgery, vertebroplasty or spine fusion, advised only when the problem needs it.
What to expect
- 1ConsultationHistory and examination of your back or neck, arms and legs.
- 2ImagingX-rays or MRI when they are needed to find the cause.
- 3Treatment planNon-surgical care first; injections or surgery only when they help.
- 4Recovery & rehabExercises and follow-up visits to protect your spine long term.
Common questions
No. Many disc problems improve with time, medicines and physiotherapy. Surgery is considered when symptoms are severe or do not improve.
