Recovery after lumbar arthrodesis surgery

Lumbar arthrodesis is a procedure that can be used to relieve certain types of back pain when other treatments have failed. Nowadays, because there are new ways to perform this surgery using minimally invasive techniques, the patient’s recovery process is much faster and easier than in the past. 

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19-08-2021
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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11-08-2021
Updated: 24-06-2025

Vertebral compression fractures: causes, symptoms, and treatments

A vertebral compression fracture is a type of spinal fracture in which the vertebra collapses. Vertebral compression fractures occur due to various causes, the most common being injury or osteoporosis. In this article, we tell you more about the causes, symptoms, and treatments, and share some tips on prevention. 

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09-08-2021
Updated: 16-06-2025

Lumbalgia: exercises to relieve and prevent low back pain

If you suffer from low back pain, there are certain exercises that can help relieve the symptoms and keep the pain from coming back again. Read on to find out more! 

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06-08-2021
Updated: 26-10-2021

Back pain: when to see a specialist

Back pain is very common, often because of using poor posture or as a result of subjecting your body to some specific stress. However, when the pain is severe or continues over a prolonged period of time, it’s important to see a doctor to determine the cause. Here are some things you should know. 

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04-08-2021
Updated: 31-08-2021

Can you work with sacroiliitis? Symptoms and Treatments

Sacroiliitis is an inflammation of the sacroiliac joint. It usually causes pain in the lower back so it is often mistaken for lumbalgia. If you have been diagnosed with sacroiliitis, or have any of these symptoms and you wonder if you can continue your normal work activity with this condition, this article will answer your questions. 

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