BackCare has a range of information sheets that give background information and practical tips on various aspects of back pain and back care. You can view these information sheets on our site or print them.
We regularly review our existing information sheets and add new ones if needed.
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'Medical Acupuncture' refers to the use of acupuncture needling as a therapeutic technique following an orthodx diagnosis.
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When we are tense the body cannot repair itself, the body makes less natural painkillers and we tire more quickly.
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If back pain suddenly gets a lot worse or 'appears out of the blue' the intensity of the experience can make it hard to work out what to do.
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The important thing is to find a competent 'spinal surgeon' who is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS).
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Your recovery from surgery will depend on the procedure you have had. There is a huge range of operations ranging from a minimally invasive micordiscectomy through to a large spinal deformity correction.
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Interspinous process spaces are devices that work by opening the foramina (the spaces between the vertebrae where nerves pass from the centre of the spine to the legs).
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Dynamic stabilisation devices are internal braces that allow controlled movement of the affected segment of the spine.
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A laminectomy is a surgical procedure where the limina (the pack part of the vertebra) is removed to relieve nerve compression caused by prolapsed discs and spinal stenosis.
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Some people find that heat or cold can help to relieve their back pain temporarily.
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The Alexander Technique is a way of learning to use your body better by becoming more aware of balance, posture and movement.