Neck pain radiating down the arm with numbness and tingling: cervicobrachial neuralgia is the cervical equivalent of sciatica. Dr Dimitriu explains treatment options and when surgery is indicated.
Cervicobrachial neuralgia Cervical spine TreatmentC5-C6 and C6-C7 account for 90% of cervical disc herniations. Dr Dimitriu details root-specific symptoms, MRI diagnosis and surgical options — ACDF versus cervical disc arthroplasty.
Cervical disc herniation C5-C6 / C6-C7 Cervical surgeryModic changes on lumbar MRI indicate vertebral endplate damage adjacent to a degenerated disc. Dr Dimitriu explains what Modic 1, 2 and 3 mean and the treatment tailored to each stage.
Lumbar disc disease Modic changes Lumbar MRILeg pain on walking, neurogenic claudication, progressive weakness: lumbar spinal stenosis mainly affects patients over 60. Complete guide on diagnosis, conservative management and decompressive surgery.
Lumbar spinal stenosis Neurogenic claudication LaminectomyL4-L5 and L5-S1 herniations account for 95% of lumbar disc herniations. Dr Dimitriu explains L5 vs S1 sciatica symptoms, surgical criteria and the microdiscectomy technique.
Lumbar disc herniation L4-L5 / L5-S1 MicrodiscectomyCervical myelopathy is frequently diagnosed too late. Dr Dimitriu details early warning signs — clumsy hands, gait disturbance — the mJOA score, and why a prompt MRI diagnosis is critical.
Myelopathy Symptoms Early diagnosisCervical myelopathy does not resolve spontaneously. Dr Dimitriu explains when to operate, which surgical technique to choose (anterior or posterior), and what to expect during neurological recovery.
Myelopathy Cervical spine SurgeryThe vast majority of herniated discs heal without surgery. But when does an operation become necessary? Dr Dimitriu explains the 3 surgical emergencies and decision criteria.
Herniated disc Surgery SciaticaFrom the first post-operative steps to returning to sport: everything you need to know about recovery after back surgery. Timelines, rehabilitation, golden rules.
Recovery Rehabilitation Post-operativeUnderstanding sciatica: from the sciatic nerve to treatments. When to consult, when to operate? Dr Dimitriu answers all your questions about this common pain.
Sciatica Sciatic nerve TreatmentTwo back conditions that cause leg pain, but with different mechanisms and treatments. The differential diagnosis explained by Dr Dimitriu.
Spinal stenosis Sciatica DiagnosisPreserve motion or stabilise the spine? Comparison of both surgical techniques, indications, advantages and selection criteria by Dr Dimitriu.
Disc replacement Spinal fusion SurgeryMicrodiscectomy, endoscopy, minimally invasive TLIF: the techniques that treat the spine with smaller incisions, less pain and faster recovery.
Minimally invasive Endoscopy Day surgeryGrading system, symptoms, conservative treatment and surgical indications for spondylolisthesis. Dr Dimitriu explains when surgery is needed.
Spondylolisthesis Vertebral slippage Spinal fusionPercutaneous techniques for treating vertebral compression fractures: kyphoplasty vs vertebroplasty, indications, procedure and outcomes.
Kyphoplasty Fractures OsteoporosisCore strengthening, stretching, ergonomics: a complete programme to prevent back pain and strengthen your spine. Advice from Dr Dimitriu.
Exercises Prevention Strengthening