Low back pain is a common condition wherein strain/stress is experienced at the lower back region as a result of an injury to the muscles or tendons, or other medical conditions like arthritis. More often than not, lower back pain cures itself with adequate rest and recovery.
Neck pain is a common condition that many experience, wherein the neck muscles experience strain/stress. This can occur as a result of several reasons, ranging from poor posture, to even other underlying medical conditions.
Sciatica refers to low back pain that travels down the back of the leg, affecting the hips, buttocks, thighs and calves. The name is derived from the sciatic nerve, which runs down the leg and is primarily affected by the pain.
Scoliosis refers to a medical condition where the spine is bent or curved to the side. Scoliosis can sometimes be seen in young children but more commonly seen in the adolescents. The commonest type of scoliosis in the young is adolescent idiopathic scoliosis or AIS.
Slipped discs occur when the cushion between of the spinal bones “slip” out of the ring. As an experienced orthopaedic surgeon and spine specialist in
Spinal stenosis is a condition where the spinal canal is narrow causing compression of the nerves. Narrowing of the canal can occur anywhere in the spine causing symptoms of nerve compression.
Spine fractures can occur in the neck (cervical spine), mid back (thoracic spine) and lower back (lumbar spine). Sometimes, a patient may have fractures at multiple areas of the spine.
Spinal tumors can be defined as abnormal growths that occur in the spinal canal or within the bones of the spine. Spine tumors can be either secondary (i.e., spread from elsewhere) or primary (i.e., tumor occurring in the spine or spinal cord/nerves itself).
Spondylolisthesis, or slipped bone, is a condition wherein one vertebra/bone has shifted from its position and onto another one. Though there are various causes to it, spondylolisthesis is often caused by degeneration due to age…
Spondylosis is a degenerative condition of the spine. It can affect the neck which is called cervical spondylosis, or the lower back termed lumbar spondylosis. It is often a cause of neck or low backache. It may or may not be associated with nerve compression.
Sports injuries of the spine are common. They can occur at any age group and affect different parts of the spine depending on the type of physical activity.
Sciatica and radiculopathy most commonly occurs when nerve roots in the spinal canal are compressed or “squeezed”. As an experienced orthopaedic surgeon and spine specialist in Singapore, Dr Mash is well trained in treating them & has helped numerous patients overcome both Sciatica and Radiculopathy.
Successful treatment of a spine problem first and foremost depends on an accurate diagnosis. From a thorough clinical history and examination with adjunct investigations, we ensure the right diagnosis is made. Conditions of the sacroiliac joint or the hips may sometimes mimic a spine condition.
Slipped disc can also occur in the neck. In young patients with a slipped disc in the neck causing compression of the nerves, the offending disc can be removed and an artificial disc can be inserted to restore movement of the neck.
Nerves in the spine may be compressed for a variety of reasons. Often the treatment for this is non-surgical comprising of medications and physiotherapy. Should the symptoms or signs not improve, spinal surgery may be required to free (decompress) the nerve or nerves.
A slipped disc occurs when the cushion between the bones (vertebrae) slips out of its usual confines. Often, there is no need for surgical treatment. If the disc compresses the nerves in the spine, surgery for slipped disc may sometimes be required to free the nerve (decompression).
Dr Mashfiqul Siddiqui is a senior orthopaedic and spine surgeon in private practice and a Visiting Consultant at Singapore General Hospital with more than 20 years of clinical experience.
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