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19 October 2026 · Back and neck pain
Herniated disc: what it is and how it is treated
Why discs bulge, why it can cause leg pain, and why most people get better without surgery.
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.
7 October 2026 · Back and neck pain
Sciatica: when leg pain starts in the back
Sciatica is a symptom, not a diagnosis. Learn the common causes and which signs need urgent attention.