Knowing when to operate on a herniated disc or spinal stenosis helps in making more informed and confident decisions. Every patient is different, and each condition affects them in a unique way. One of the most frequent questions in consultations is whether a herniated disc or spinal stenosis requires surgery. Many patients arrive…
Understanding the current treatment options for herniated discs in Spain is the first step towards regaining your quality of life. Back pain that keeps you awake at night, sciatica that radiates down your leg, tingling, or loss of strength inevitably lead to the question: what is the most suitable treatment for…
Understanding the anatomy of the spine, from vertebrae C1 to S5, is key to understanding many pathologies, interpreting medical diagnoses, and choosing the most appropriate treatment. Pathologies affecting this group of bones prevent us from enjoying a good quality of life and cause intense pain. The spine can be understood as a large…
The benefits of minimally invasive techniques brought about a radical change in spinal surgery. Unlike traditional surgery, these treatments are more precise, safer, and geared towards a faster and more effective recovery. Medicine advances hand in hand with technology. Minimally invasive techniques have been around for many years…
Experience, surgical precision, and a profoundly human touch. This makes Dr. Bernardo Mosqueira a leading figure for patients throughout Spain seeking safe and effective solutions for their spinal problems. When a herniated disc, persistent sciatica, or debilitating lower back pain necessitates important medical decisions, then…
When a herniated disc doesn't respond to physical therapy or rest, lumbar microdiscectomy offers a minimally invasive solution to restore mobility and relieve pain. The use of the surgical microscope and its many benefits: When a lumbar herniated disc doesn't respond to conservative treatment (physical therapy, medication, rest), many people suffer from persistent pain, sciatica, numbness, and other symptoms.
Even in surgeries requiring fixation with plates and screws, we apply the most advanced minimally invasive arthrodesis techniques, using a microscope to achieve maximum precision and a faster recovery. At Dr. Bernardo Mosqueira's Clinic, we work every day with a clear purpose: to restore quality of life to people suffering from back pain…
The aging of the spine and the increase in herniated discs and spinal stenosis mean that more and more older people are requiring surgery to regain their mobility and quality of life. According to statistics from Dr. Mosqueira Clinic, more than 65% of spinal surgeries performed in recent years are due to…
We are talking about a common complication after lumbar fusion surgery, in which plates and screws are placed, which is important to be aware of in advance. Adjacent level syndrome (ANS), also known as disease adjacent to lumbar fusion, is a complication that can occur in some patients after undergoing lumbar fusion surgery.
The surgical microscope is used in neurosurgery for the treatment of herniated discs and spinal cord stenosis. These techniques offer patients a safer, more effective alternative with a much faster recovery time than traditional surgical techniques. One of the major advantages is that hospital stays are reduced to just…