When you visit a spine specialist for persistent back pain or a suspicious scan, the word “biopsy” can sound a bit intimidating. However, in modern spine care, a biopsy is
So, you’ve been told you need spinal fusion surgery. It’s natural to feel a mix of relief that there’s a solution for your pain and a bit of anxiety about
Waking up with a sharp ache or a dull, heavy sensation in your upper body can be incredibly frustrating. Is it because you slept wrong? Did you overdo it at
By Dr. Shashidhar.B.K Consultant Spine Surgeon, Bangalore Spine Specialist Clinic One of the most common reasons patients seek the expertise of a spine surgeon is “radiculopathy”—that sharp, shooting pain or
What is Multi-level Spinal Canal Stenosis? To understand “stenosis,” think of your spine as a protective tunnel for your nerves. The spinal canal is the hollow space inside your backbone (vertebrae) through which
As the year comes to a close, Dr. Shashidhar B.K. and our entire surgical team take a moment to reflect on our “case of the year”. Each patient encounter is
By Dr. Shashidhar B.K., Consultant Spine Surgeon, Bangalore While many people focus on neck or lower back pain, discomfort in the “middle” of the back—the area between your shoulder blades
When you visit a spine specialist with complaints of back pain, neck stiffness, or radiating leg pain, the diagnostic journey often begins with a simple, foundational tool: the X-ray.1 While
By Dr. Shashidhar B.K., Consultant Spine Surgeon, Bangalore Spine Specialist Clinic If you have ever experienced a sharp, stabbing pain at the very base of your spine after sitting for
