Back Pain Articles by The Spine, Multi-Disciplinary Team

Do You Need a Barricaid After Slipped Disc Surgery?

The Barricaid is a small implant placed in the disc space during a microdiscectomy to seal a large opening in the disc wall and lower the risk of a recurrent slipped disc.

Lumbar Fusion Without a Cage: A Less Invasive Option, and Who It Suits

If you have been told you may need lumbar fusion surgery, it is natural to worry about how big an operation it is, especially if you are older or concerned about complications.

Does the Discseel Procedure Really Work for Back Pain?

The Discseel Procedure is an injection of a biological glue called fibrin into a torn disc lining, with the aim of sealing the tear and helping the disc heal.

Why Your MRI Scan Findings May Not Be the Cause of Your Back Pain

Many patients arrive in my clinic frightened by their MRI report. The wording sounds serious: disc degeneration, disc bulge, annular fissure, spondylolisthesis.

Why You've Been Given Conflicting Opinions About Spine Surgery, and How to Find Clarity

If two clinicians have told you two different things about whether you need surgery, you are not alone, and it does not mean one of them is wrong.

Degenerative Disc Disease Explained: Is It Really a Disease, and When Does It Matter?

If your MRI report mentions degenerative disc disease, it can sound frightening. The word 'disease' alone is enough to worry anyone.

Nerve Compression in the Spine: When Is Surgery Really Needed?

If you’ve been diagnosed with nerve compression in your spine—whether from a disc problem, age-related changes, or another condition

Can a Gel Injection Really Replace a Spinal Disc?

You may have seen viral posts claiming that a simple injection can “replace” a worn spinal disc and cure chronic back or neck pain.

What Is Foraminal Stenosis — And When Should You Worry About It?

If your MRI report mentions foraminal stenosis or “foraminal narrowing,” it can sound alarming.

Can You Have a Spinal Fracture Without a Fall or Injury?

If you’ve been diagnosed with a spinal fracture but don’t remember falling or having an accident, you’re not alone.

Is Your Leg Pain Really Coming From Your Spine — Or Something Else?

If you have pain travelling down your leg, you’ve likely been told it’s Sciatica — and that it must be coming from your spine.

Does Walking Help or Worsen Back Pain?

If you’re dealing with lower back pain that travels into one or both legs, you’ve probably heard the advice: “keep moving” or “walk it off.”

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