Neurology/neurologist Second Opinion in Mohali

When Should You See a Doctor for Neck Pain?

In many cases, faulty ergonomics at workplace, poor posture are causes of neck pain and causing our muscles to get overworked while we are working in these positions, as a result causing fatigue. It may also be true that a neck pain may be due to an injury, so it is important to rule out if there is any fracture of bones or neck or disruption of soft tissues that hold the bone in normal alignment. Dr. Ashish C Gupta says that underlying changes in the discs or small joints of the neck can cause muscles t

In Neurosurgery, Neurosciences

Who Are the Right Candidates for Cervical Disc Replacement Surgery?

Physical Therapy, Medications, and Spinal injection procedures are initial treatments for symptomatic cervical disc disease . If the symptoms like pain, numbness, or weakness (that radiates from the neck to one or both arms) continues and are bothersome for more than 6-12 weeks, surgical treatment is considered. Disc disruption and degeneration can be a source of neck pain as well as a cause of neurologic symptoms. Who are the right candidates for surgery? Cervical disc replacement is indicated in

In Neurosciences

Fragile Patient with Broken Spine Regains Painless Movement Within 24 hours

A Minimally invasive spine surgery is a boon for patients with spine disorders! Serious injuries due to accidents are unpredictable but with newer advancements in medical treatments, it is now possible to get cure faster, safer and with the least hospital stay. A 66-year-old osteoporotic male patient with weak bones presented in Max Hospital after a fall from a tree with the inability to move. On investigations, he was found to have 2 fractures in the backbones, one in lower chest region another in th

In Neurosurgery, Neurosciences

Tumour Development and Growth: How They Form, and Characteristics

Tumour development and growth are complex processes influenced by many factors within the body. To truly comprehend this intricate phenomenon, it's essential to delve into the science of tumour biology.

Dr. Rajeev Garg In Neurosurgery, Neurosciences, Spine Surgery