Lumbar pain

18-05-2023

What is lumbar fusion surgery?

Lumbar arthrodesis, better known as lumbar or interbody fusion, is surgery in which two or more vertebral bodies (somas) are fused to keep them permanently together. The objective of this surgery is to reduce pain in this vertebral segment.

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20-04-2023

When does a herniated disc need surgery? Dr. Varela answers.

Annoying back pain can be resolved with non-surgical treatments in 90% of cases. However, there are specific circumstances in which surgery is necessary. Dr. Varela explains here the types of cases in which a herniated disc needs surgery. 

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05-04-2023

Spinal canal stenosis surgery: recovery and risks

Canal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal becomes too narrow, placing pressure on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots. In this article, we will describe the procedure of spinal canal stenosis surgery, its risks, and the recovery process.

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29-12-2022

Piriformis syndrome: causes, symptoms, and treatments

Also known as false sciatica, piriformis syndrome is a pathology that can cause pain and a tingling feeling from the buttock to the knee.

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01-12-2022

These are the symptoms of spinal cord compression

Pain along the spinal column, weakness in arms or legs, and difficulty walking, are symptoms that should be taken seriously because they are symptoms that can be related to spinal cord compression. In the following article, we discuss this in more detail. 

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07-10-2022

Radiofrequency of the dorsal root ganglion

Pulsed radiofrequency applied to the dorsal ganglion has the effect of altering the activity of a specific nerve root at the lumbar level. This procedure is indicated for treating pain in patients suffering from peripheral neuropathy. We explain more in this article.

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