Spine treatments

30-09-2021
Updated: 17-06-2025

When is it necessary to use a scoliosis brace?

An orthopedic brace is one of the most effective treatment options for idiopathic scoliosis in children. Here, we explain what it is, which cases it is recommended for, and how it works. 

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10-09-2021
Updated: 17-06-2025

Scoliosis surgery: what you need to know

When faced with the prospect of scoliosis surgery, it’s normal to have many questions. In this article we share our answers to the questions we are most frequently asked. 

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03-09-2021
Updated: 08-06-2022

Lumbar disc replacement: advantages over fusion surgery

When a herniated lumbar disc requires surgery, at Instituto Clavel we are committed to using artificial disc replacement surgery (ADR) whenever possible, because of the advantages it offers to the patient. In this article, we explain in detail what those advantages are compared to the alternative of lumbar fusion surgery. 

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13-08-2021
Updated: 04-05-2022

C5-C6 cervical disc herniation: causes, symptoms and treatments

This article offers information about C5-C6 cervical disc herniation from the experts in spinal pathologies at Instituto Clavel. In this article we explain the main causes of this pathology, the symptoms, and the various treatment options. 

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13-08-2021
Updated: 23-10-2024

Lumbar Microdiscectomy: recovery and recommendations

Lumbar microdiscectomy surgery is a treatment for a herniated lumbar disc that compresses a nerve root. It is a minimally invasive spine surgery in which damaged tissue is removed. In this article, we describe the operation, and what to expect in the recovery process, including some recommendations to keep in mind. 

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13-08-2021

Severe symptoms of a herniated disc: when to see a specialist

A herniated disc, anywhere on the spinal column, whether cervical or lumbar, can have a variety of symptoms. Most commonly, the sufferer will feel pain, which usually radiates from the neck or back to the arms or legs. However, there are other symptoms that let you know it may be a more serious problem that needs to be treated as soon as possible. Find out what these symptoms are in this article! 

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