Expert treatment for spinal concerns and nerve issues
If you're struggling with back pain, you're not alone.
According to The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), up to 60% of adults in the UK are expected to have lower back pain at some point in their life. While many causes of back pain will ease naturally over time, more severe, debilitating, and prolonged pain can cause significant problems and require expert medical guidance and oversight to manage.
If you are concerned about persistent pain along your spine (from your neck to your pelvis), it is sensible to get specialist assessment and guidance from an expert.
At Syon Clinic in Brentford, Hounslow, we have a dedicated team of back pain specialists on-site throughout the week to help manage and even eliminate your back pain. We offer a range of sophisticated diagnostic testing and effective treatment options for debilitating back pain, lower limb problems, and other issues caused by spinal conditions and compressed nerves.
Your back is an incredibly complex and important structure made up of a series of small bones (vertebrae), vertebral discs, nerves, joints, ligaments, and muscles. It acts as the central support structure of your entire body, while also providing protection for your spinal cord as it runs down your back.
Problems in your spine are often caused by wear and tear. Given its importance, though, any problem in your back can have a significant impact on your health, your mobility, and your overall quality of life. Due to its crucial involvement in many aspects of your movement and function, a problem anywhere in your spine can cause a wide range of symptoms.
Some common reasons people visit the spinal surgeons at Syon Clinic for help include:
If you have any of the symptoms above, or any other symptoms that you are concerned about, it is important to see a doctor for assessment and advice.
If you are struggling with a back problem, you will no doubt want to get treatment as soon as possible.
Before starting any treatment, however, it is important to find out exactly what is causing your symptoms. When an accurate diagnosis has been made, your treatment can be tailored to your specific needs.
Spinal surgery covers many different procedures, and the cost of your surgery will depend on the type of surgery you are having.
You can access private spinal surgery with us using private medical insurance or by paying for your own treatment.
Spinal surgery will often be covered by your private health insurance, but not always. It’s best to speak to your provider directly to see what's covered in your policy.
If you want to pay for your treatment, you can either pay in full or take advantage of our flexible payment options, which allow you to spread the cost over a period of up to five years.
Our self-pay customers benefit from fixed-price packages, meaning you'll know exactly what you're going to pay before you book your surgery. Your initial consultation and early diagnostic tests won't be included, but the cost of your surgery and hospital fees are, and so is your aftercare programme (including physiotherapy), meaning there are no hidden costs down the line.
When you first visit us, your appointment will be with a consultant spinal surgeon. They will talk about your symptoms with you to learn about:
They will also want to know the ways in which your symptoms are affecting your daily life. For example:
They will carry out a physical examination of your back, and any other relevant areas (e.g. shoulders, legs or arms).
If your consultant suspects you may have an issue with your spine, they may recommend you go for further diagnostic testing such as imaging scans.
MRI scans can show problems like inflammation and bulging discs. They can be particularly helpful when investigating spinal problems. Some people come to us having previously had an MRI scan, but if you haven't yet had one, we can arrange this for you at your consultation.
Some back problems may benefit from additional investigations like X-ray, ultrasound, CT, or nerve conduction studies. These are all available on-site if you do require any of them.
Once any results are back, your consultant will talk about them with you and explain your diagnosis. If treatment is recommended, they will discuss options with you so that you can make an informed choice.
It is normal to have questions or concerns about your diagnosis and or treatment, and your consultant will be very happy to talk through these with you.
If spinal surgery is advised, your consultant will discuss the operation and what to expect during your recovery.
Spinal surgery options include:
Lumbar spinal decompression is often performed to treat compressed nerves caused by spinal stenosis. During this procedure, the muscles in your back will be raised to expose your spine. Your surgeon will then remove any tissue (bone or ligaments) at the back of your spine that could be compressing your nerves
Spinal fusion surgery treats severe pain in your lumbar (lower) spine. During this surgery, your consultant will fuse together two or more of your vertebrae (the bones that form your spinal cord) using a bone graft
This is a keyhole surgery procedure for diagnosis and treatment, carried out under local anaesthetic and sedation
Discectomy surgery will relieve spinal cord or nerve root pressure and alleviate corresponding pain, weakness, numbness and tingling
This is a minimally invasive procedure that is used to reduce a herniated disc. A small needle is used to reach the disc, remove tissue and alleviate pressure
Whatever symptoms you may be struggling with, your consultant at Syon Clinic will ensure you receive the most appropriate support and treatment for your needs.
Whether that is with input from the physiotherapy team, a neurophysiologist for nerve conduction studies, or a consultant in another field of medicine, choosing your private care through Circle Health Group ensures fast, simple access for you to a wide range of healthcare specialists.
If anything is found at any point that needs additional specialist care - for example, a serious infection - your consultant will liaise with the appropriate specialist at Syon Clinic to ensure you are seen by them quickly.
Please note that if you do require spinal surgery, it will be carried out at our sister hospital, The Clementine Churchill Hospital.
Spinal problems should never be ignored, particularly if they have not improved after six weeks or more.
Expert assessment at an earlier stage can give you peace of mind and clarity about the most appropriate way forward. If no treatment is needed, it can be a relief to know that. Similarly, if treatment of any kind is advised, it is helpful to be able to begin it without undue delay.
If you live in or around Brentford in Middlesex, Syon Clinic is the perfect choice for private care for any spinal condition.
Our hospital can provide you with:
As part of Circle Health Group, the UK's largest network of over 50 private hospitals, our team at Syon Clinic can help you access tailored care quickly and without hassle.
Whether you have recently injured your back or have been struggling with a longer-term problem that isn’t going away, a private appointment with us is an excellent way to get the help you need as soon as possible.
To book a consultation to discuss spinal surgery with an orthopaedic surgeon near you, use our online booking system, or give us a call and one of our dedicated advisors will help you find an appointment time that suits you.
Reception: 0208 3226000
Mon-Fri: 8am-8pm
Sat: 8am-5pm
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