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16 October 2026 · Spine surgery and recovery
Lumbar discectomy: what to expect before, during and after surgery
A plain-language guide to microdiscectomy for a herniated disc: who it helps, how it is done and how recovery usually goes.
12 October 2026 · Spine surgery and recovery
Recovering well after lumbar discectomy
Walking, sitting, lifting and returning to work: practical habits that support recovery after disc surgery.