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Dr Mash is a senior orthopaedic and spine surgeon, who is well-trained in treating both spinal conditions as well as other associated orthopaedic problems.
Spine Conditions Treated
What type of sports injuries can occur to the spine? Sports injuries of the spine can occur in the neck or low back. Often this involves injuries to the muscles
When the Cushion Between Bones Moves Out of Place A slipped disc, also called a herniated or prolapsed disc, happens when the soft, jelly-like centre of a spinal disc pushes
When the Spine Curves Sideways Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves sideways, often forming an “S” or “C” shape. While mild curves may cause little or no symptoms,
When Back Pain Travels Down the Leg Sciatica is not a condition on its own but a symptom caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, the longest nerve
What causes tingling, numbness and weakness? Tingling numbness and weakness are symptoms of nerve injury and/or dysfunction. These symptoms most commonly occur due to nerve compression in the spine. Compression
When the Neck Feels Heavy and Stiff Neck pain is a common condition that can range from a dull ache to sharp pain that radiates to the shoulders or arms.
When the Back Becomes a Burden Lower back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems worldwide. It can range from a dull ache to sharp, shooting pain that
When a Break Disrupts the Body’s Framework A bone fracture is a break in the continuity of a bone. It may be caused by accidents, falls, sports injuries, or conditions
What is a Spinal Stenosis? Spinal stenosis is a degenerative condition in which the canal of the spine through which nerves pass through becomes narrow. This can occur from various
What is a Spine Tumours? Spine tumours are abnormal growths that occur in the bones of the spine or inside the spinal canal. The most common type of spine tumours
What is a spine fracture? The spine is made up of multiple bones (called the vertebra). Fractures of these bones can occur from trauma like road traffic accidents and fall
What is a Spondylolisthesis? Spondylolisthesis refers a slipped spinal bone (vertebra) which has gone forward as compared to the spinal bone (vertebra) just below it. There are multiple causes of
When Age Brings Stiffness to the Spine Spondylosis is a term that refers to age-related wear and tear in the spine. It can affect the neck (cervical spondylosis) or lower
Spine and Orthopaedic Specialist
- Trained Orthopaedic Surgeon and Spine Specialist with more than 20 years of medical experience and more than 5,000 orthopaedic and spinal surgeries performed
- Specialist in minimally invasive and Minimal Access surgical methods for quicker recovery and lower post-operative risk
- Management of orthopaedic and spine conditions with non-operative treatment prior to surgical intervention
- Part of an International Faculty of Educators in Spine Surgery Training
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