Do you suffer from back pain?

Do you have a dull ache in your lower back that just won’t go away? Does the pain or numbness sometimes radiate down your legs? Or perhaps you have a pain in your upper back, towards the neck? With pain or numbness radiating into your arms? Although not usually life threatening, back pain can be really difficult to manage day-to-day. Depending on the issue you have, surgery may or may not be an option for you.

Your first port of call is to see your general practitioner, who will do a clinical examination and may prescribe medication, physiotherapy, or give general advice such as staying active. If this doesn’t help, you may need to see a specialist. Beware however, not all back problems can or should be operated. Best is to choose a specialist who has a solid track record and will explain carefully whether surgery is the right choice for you.

If you would like to know if your condition falls into the above categories, don’t hesitate to ask your GP or make an appointment for a consultation with Dr. Gunzburg.