Those with cervical pain may be referred to a neurosurgeon because of pain in the neck, shoulder or tingling and numbness in the arms or weakness.

Neurosurgeons use different types of surgeries and techniques based on the type of brain or spinal tumor (of 120 specific types), stage of cancer and the individual’s condition. Advances in imaging, equipment and techniques make surgery the preferred treatment option for many brain and spinal cancers and tumors.

Neurosurgical oncology is the treatment of patients with both benign and malignant tumors of the brain, skull, skull base, spine, spinal cord and peripheral nerves.

Peripheral Nerves can be damaged in several ways: Injury by cut, crush or acute and chronic (Carpal Tunnel syndrome) compression, Metabolic Disorders/Medical conditions, such as Pregnancy, Diabetes, Renal failure, etc.

The low back is also known as the ‘Lumbar Region’ an area that starts from below the ribcage. The lumbar spine consists of ligaments, nerves, interconnecting bones, muscles, and bones and these are working unitedly to support and give flexibility. The lumbar spine is responsible for carrying the weight of the upper body and makes it sensitive to various kinds of injuries or pain.