Videos London Neurosurgery Partnership (HCA)

Sciatica, back pain and arm pain: FAQs

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Leading consultant neurosurgeon Mr Christos Tolias discusses how sciatica differs from normal back pain, how it is considered for severe back pain and the link between lifestyle changes and the improvement of back pain symptoms. 00:00 How is sciatica different from general back pain, and how is arm pain related to back issues diagnosed? 01:53 What non-surgical treatments are effective for sciatica and arm pain from back problems? 04:25 When is surgery considered for severe back pain, and what procedures are commonly used? 07:38 How do lifestyle changes and physical therapy help manage sciatica and back pain for long-term relief? If you would like to schedule an appointment with Mr Tolias, head on over to his Top Doctors profile here today: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/christos-tolias ✔ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fSrqXb ✔ Follow us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3t5kGsW ✔ Follow us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/39TidKh