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By Mr Prokopios Annis
14.11.24
Orthopaedic surgeon

Sacroiliac joint dysfunction and its role in lower back pain

If you have been struggling with pain in your lower back or upper thighs, this may be indicative of sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJD) – however, it is a condition that is often misdiagnosed. The two sacroiliac joints connect the spine to the pelvis, and dysfunction or inflammation can occur in one or both joints. In this guide, Mr Prokopios Annis, an experienced spinal surgeon, clearly explains what SIJD is so that patients can understand this condition and how to manage the symptoms.

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By Mr Prokopios Annis
13.11.24
Orthopaedic surgeon

Understanding lumbar disc herniation

In one of our latest articles, Mr Prokopios Annis, a highly regarded consultant spinal surgeon, describes what lumbar disc herniation is, whilst also outlining the associated symptoms and causes.

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By Mr Prokopios Annis
22.07.21
Orthopaedic surgeon

Lumbar spinal stenosis 101: symptoms, causes, and treatment

“Stenosis” is a Greek origin word which means narrowing. Lumbar Spinal Stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower spine. This condition typically presents in patients over 60 years old but it is not uncommon in younger patients with early disc degeneration. In this article Mr Prokopios Annis, an internationally trained consultant spinal surgeon, explains the symptoms, the causes, how it’s treated, and what surgery entails for lumbar spinal stenosis

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