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IN THE MIDST OF LIFE.
WHAT IS IN THIS BLOG.
Diseases of the spine are just as varied as they are complex. With interesting insights, up to date information and stories of everyday life, I would like to support you here by providing a better view of the spine, of conservative and operative forms of therapy as well as options for successful rehabilitation and prevention.
Lumbar spine – number one problem!
Which zone of the spine do you think is the one most operated on? Quite right: at 70 per cent, the lower back ranks at number one.
Spinal operations – are we too quick to use the scalpel today?
The number of operations on the spine has grown drastically over the last few years – and the tendency is still upwards.
Back pain – A widespread modern disease!
In front of the computer, on the couch and in the car! We sit and sit. Far too much and for far too long. The result is back pain that keeps recurring or becomes chronic.
Get a second opinion – Yes? No? Maybe?
“Absolutely” is the right answer. Because a recommendation for an operation on the spine is not always justified - or even necessary.
