Back pain might seem like something that’s only an issue once you’re older. This couldn’t be farther from the truth: back pain is one of the most common health issues Americans face, with over 30 million people, of all ages, suffering annually. Back pain is also the leading cause of disability globally, it’s the number one reason why people miss…
A wide range of surgical techniques are used by neurosurgeons to correct specific anatomical or functional abnormalities in the brain. Surgery may be considered for conditions which cause: Alterations to brain tissue – such as benign or malignant tumors, infections, or swelling (oedema). Abnormal or interrupted blood flow in the brain – such as cerebral aneurysms, subdural haematomas, and subarachnoid…
