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Should I Get an MRI or X-Ray for Back Pain? Dubai Spine Surgeon Dr. Sherief Elsayed Explains
Should I Get an MRI or X-Ray for Back Pain? Dubai Spine Surgeon Dr. Sherief Elsayed Explains Table of Contents How long should I wait before getting an MRI for back pain? For most people with back pain and no red flag symptoms, it’s reasonable to try conservative treatment for

Numb Big Toe? Dr. Sherief Elsayed Dubai Explains What Your Spine MRI Shows
Numb Big Toe? Dr. Sherief Elsayed Dubai Explains What Your Spine MRI Shows Table of Contents Can a numb big toe heal on its own without treatment? Some cases of toe numbness from disc herniation do improve spontaneously, as the body’s natural healing processes can reduce inflammation and the herniated

How Do Doctors Screen for Scoliosis in UAE? Expert Guide by Dr. Sherief Elsayed
How Do Doctors Screen for Scoliosis in UAE? Expert Guide by Dr. Sherief Elsayed Table of Contents At what age should children be screened for scoliosis? Children should be observed for signs of scoliosis during their growth years, particularly between ages 10 and 15. Regular check-ups with a pediatrician or

Dr. Sherief Elsayed UAE: Can You Treat a Slipped Disc Without Surgery?
Dr. Sherief Elsayed UAE: Can You Treat a Slipped Disc Without Surgery? Table of Contents Can a slipped disc heal itself without any treatment? Yes, many slipped discs improve on their own over time. Your body has natural healing processes that can reduce inflammation and sometimes reabsorb the herniated disc

Dr. Sherief Elsayed Explains Which Post-Surgery Symptoms Need Urgent Care
Dr. Sherief Elsayed Explains Which Post-Surgery Symptoms Need Urgent Care Table of Contents When can I stop worrying about complications after spine surgery? Most complications occur within the first few weeks after surgery, but some can develop later. The critical period is typically the first 2-3 months while your bones

Do Surgeons Feel Like Imposters? Dr Sherief Elsayed UAE Discusses Self Doubt
Do Surgeons Feel Like Imposters? Dr Sherief Elsayed UAE Discusses Self Doubt Table of Contents Is imposter syndrome a sign that someone shouldn't be a surgeon? No, imposter syndrome is not evidence of actual incompetence. It’s common among high-achieving individuals precisely because they have high standards and care deeply about