Spinal instability happens when the vertebrae move more than they should. This can lead to pain, reduced support, nerve pressure and difficulty with movement. Excess movement in the spine Back or neck pain Nerve pressure or weakness May follow disc damage or injury Spinal instability happens when the vertebrae move more than they should, which […]
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Clear, professional spinal reporting to support legal cases, injury claims and medical assessments. Objective medical reporting Spinal injury assessment Clear functional findings Medico legal reports play an important role in cases involving spinal injuries, chronic pain, accident claims, and functional limitations. For attorneys, clear and objective medical reporting can help support a better understanding of
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Disc related pain may be treated with a combination of conservative care, pain management and surgical options when needed. Treatment depends on the cause of the pain, nerve involvement and how symptoms affect daily life. Medication Helps manage pain and inflammation Injections Targets pain and nerve irritations Surgery when needed May be considered if symptoms
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Spinal pain can affect work, sleep, movement and everyday comfort. Simple daily tasks may become harder when pain is ongoing. Work and sitting Sleep and rest Walking and movement Daily tasks and lifting When pain becomes ongoing, everyday activities such as sitting at work, sleeping, walking, bending or lifting can become difficult and frustrating. It
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Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion, also known as TLIF TLIF is a spinal procedure used to treat lower back pain caused by problems in the disc, nerves, and facet joints. During the procedure, pressure is relieved from the affected nerves, and the painful spinal level is stabilised through fusion. The aim is to create a stronger,
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Tubular Microdiscectomy and Microdecompression This minimally invasive procedure is used to relieve pressure on compressed spinal nerves. Instead of cutting through the surrounding muscles, a series of small tubes are gently used to create a pathway to the affected area. The nerve is then carefully decompressed using microsurgical techniques, helping to reduce pain while preserving
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Facet Blocks Facet blocks are targeted injections used to help identify and relieve pain coming from the small joints at the back of the spine. Medication is placed near the affected facet joints to calm irritation and reduce discomfort. This treatment may be used for spinal arthritis, neck pain, back pain, and pain linked to
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Artificial disc replacement is a surgical procedure to remove the diseased or damaged intervertebral disc and replace it with an artificial joint. In most cases, artificial disc replacement reduces or eliminates pain, restores spinal movement, and improves quality of life. To book an appointment, contact Spine Intervention: Tel: 012 012 5293 E-mail: reception@spineintervention.co.za
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Spine Intervention provides independent medico legal assessments for patients with spinal injuries, chronic pain, or functional limitations. These assessments include a detailed clinical review, examination, medical record evaluation, and expert reporting to support legal, insurance, and compensation related matters. Road Accident Fund Road accident fund assessments evaluate spinal injuries and long term physical impact following
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Herniated or Bulging Discs When a spinal disc slips, bulges, or ruptures, it can place pressure on nearby nerves. This may cause back pain, neck pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, or pain that travels into the arms or legs. Spinal Stenosis Spinal stenosis occurs when the spaces within the spine become narrowed. This can place pressure
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