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What Is Spinal Derotation and Why Is It Key to Scoliosis Surgery in the UAE
What Is Spinal Derotation and Why Is It Key to Scoliosis Surgery in the UAE Will I be able to bend normally after scoliosis surgery? This depends on the levels fused. Patients with thoracic-only fusions retain good lumbar mobility. Patients with long fusions extending into the lower lumbar spine will
Can Deadlifting Cause a Slipped Disc? Dr. Sherief Elsayed Warns Athletes in Dubai
Can Deadlifting Cause a Slipped Disc? Dr. Sherief Elsayed Warns Athletes in Dubai Can I continue deadlifting after a disc prolapse? In many cases, yes, but not immediately and not without guidance. Following appropriate rehabilitation, most patients with disc herniations can return to lifting. The timeline depends on the severity
What Is a Pulmonary Embolism and Why Should Spine Patients in Dubai Know About It
What Is a Pulmonary Embolism and Why Should Spine Patients in Dubai Know About It How common is pulmonary embolism after spine surgery? The incidence varies depending on the procedure, the patient’s risk factors, and the prophylaxis used. With modern preventive measures including compression stockings, intermittent pneumatic compression, early mobilisation,
Why Spinal Tumour Surgery Can Cause Serious Blood Loss and How UAE Surgeons Manage It
Why Spinal Tumour Surgery Can Cause Serious Blood Loss and How UAE Surgeons Manage It Is spinal tumour surgery always high risk for blood loss? Not always. The risk depends on the tumour type and its vascularity. Simple intradural tumours such as schwannomas often involve very modest blood loss. Highly
Why Seeing Multiple Doctors in the UAE Can Make Managing Your Health Records a Nightmare
Why Seeing Multiple Doctors in the UAE Can Make Managing Your Health Records a Nightmare Can I request copies of my medical records in the UAE? Yes. Patients in the UAE have the right to request copies of their medical records from healthcare providers. The process varies between facilities but
Should You Get a Spinal Fusion for Lower Back Pain? A Dubai Surgeon Tells the Truth
Should You Get a Spinal Fusion for Lower Back Pain? A Dubai Surgeon Tells the Truth Is spinal fusion a permanent operation? Yes. Once the vertebrae have fused, the movement between them is permanently eliminated. The metalwork used to achieve the fusion typically remains in place for life unless it