Spinemathema Podcast

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Spine health and wellbeing, explained in plain English by UK neurosurgeon Mr Ahmed-Ramadan Sadek: back and neck pain, sciatica, scans, injections, surgery, staying active, and what new research and landmark trials mean for patients. In line with NICE guidance, with full articles and references at spinemathema.com. Narrated in Mr Sadek's voice using AI technology. General information only, not personal medical advice.

  1. 46m ago

    Tech Neck: What the Evidence Really Shows

    Does looking down at your phone put 27 kg on your neck and wear out your spine? Where the famous figure comes from and how strong it really is, what studies that measured neck posture while texting found, forward head posture, heavy screen use, myths, the exercise that helps and when to see your GP. The Spinemathema guide to tech neck, read in full. Full guide with references: https://spinemathema.com/2026/10/20/tech-neck-text-neck/ Narrated in Mr Sadek's voice using AI technology. General information only, not personal medical advice.

    Tech Neck: What the Evidence Really Shows

  2. 1d ago

    Annular Tear on Your MRI: What It Really Means

    An annular tear, or fissure, is a small split in the outer ring of a disc. Why it is common on scans of people without pain, when it may matter, and what helps. The Spinemathema guide to annular tears, read in full. Full guide with references: https://spinemathema.com/2026/10/16/annular-tear/ Narrated in Mr Sadek's voice using AI technology. General information only, not personal medical advice.

    Annular Tear on Your MRI: What It Really Means

  3. 2d ago

    Lumbar Spinal Fusion: Who It Helps and What Recovery Involves

    How lumbar interbody fusion works, how the back (TLIF) and front (ALIF) approaches differ, what recovery looks like and the risks of each. The Spinemathema guide to lumbar spinal fusion, read in full. Full guide with references: https://spinemathema.com/2026/10/06/lumbar-spinal-fusion/ Narrated in Mr Sadek's voice using AI technology. General information only, not personal medical advice.

    Lumbar Spinal Fusion: Who It Helps and What Recovery Involves

  4. 2d ago

    Episode 26: Spine Research Roundup, 31 October 2026

    Shrinking slipped discs, first treatment for sudden back pain, choosing exercise, value for money, neck myelopathy and keyhole surgery: new spine research. Full article with references: https://spinemathema.com/2026/11/02/spine-research-roundup-31-october-2026/ Narrated in Mr Sadek's voice using AI technology. General information only, not personal medical advice.

    Episode 26: Spine Research Roundup, 31 October 2026

  5. 2d ago

    Spine Research Roundup, 18 October 2026: Neck Surgery Timing, Swallowing and Silent Spine Fractures

    Six new spine studies in plain English: whether waiting longer for surgery for cervical myelopathy matters (Szymoniuk et al; Najjar et al), how swallowing recovers after surgery from the front of the neck (Bak et al, CSM-Protect), silent spine fractures in a UK Biobank study (Wilson et al), light therapy added to exercise for back pain (Tomazoni et al), and help to stay active with low back pain (Barrett et al). Full article and references: https://spinemathema.com/research/ Narrated in Mr Sadek's voice using AI technology. General information only, not personal medical advice.

    Spine Research Roundup, 18 October 2026: Neck Surgery Timing, Swallowing and Silent Spine Fractures

  6. 3d ago

    Discography: What the Test Involves

    Discography is a test, not a treatment. Why it is sometimes used to find out whether a particular disc is causing back pain, what happens on the day, and the possible risks. The Spinemathema guide to lumbar discography, read in full. Full guide with references: https://spinemathema.com/2026/10/06/discography/ Narrated in Mr Sadek's voice using AI technology. General information only, not personal medical advice.

    Discography: What the Test Involves

  7. 4d ago

    Facet Joint Injections: What to Expect

    How the small facet joints can cause low back pain, what happens during an X-ray guided facet joint injection, how well it works and what the risks are. The Spinemathema guide to lumbar facet joint injections, read in full. Full guide with references: https://spinemathema.com/2026/10/06/facet-joint-injections/ Narrated in Mr Sadek's voice using AI technology. General information only, not personal medical advice.

    Facet Joint Injections: What to Expect

  8. 5d ago

    Scoliosis in Young People and Adults: What You Need to Know

    A sideways curve of the spine: how scoliosis differs in teenagers and older adults, what the common form is and isn't caused by, and when bracing or surgery may help. The Spinemathema guide to scoliosis, read in full. Full guide with references: https://spinemathema.com/2026/10/06/scoliosis/ Narrated in Mr Sadek's voice using AI technology. General information only, not personal medical advice.

    Scoliosis in Young People and Adults: What You Need to Know
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Spine health and wellbeing, explained in plain English by UK neurosurgeon Mr Ahmed-Ramadan Sadek: back and neck pain, sciatica, scans, injections, surgery, staying active, and what new research and landmark trials mean for patients. In line with NICE guidance, with full articles and references at spinemathema.com. Narrated in Mr Sadek's voice using AI technology. General information only, not personal medical advice.

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    Spinemathema
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    27
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