Dr Raghav Singla

Can an L4-L5 or L5-S1 disc bulge heal without surgery?

For most patients, yes. The majority of L4-L5 and L5-S1 disc bulges can be managed without surgery using medications, physiotherapy, and time. Surgery is usually considered only when symptoms remain uncontrolled or there is significant nerve damage.

Watch the full video to understand who can avoid surgery and when an operation becomes the better option.

Does sitting cause severe pain near your tailbone? It could be coccydynia.

Tailbone pain (coccydynia) commonly develops after a fall and can make sitting extremely uncomfortable. The good news is that most patients improve with simple measures such as a coccygeal cushion, medications, physiotherapy, and sitz baths, while persistent cases can often be treated without surgery.

Watch the full video to understand the treatment options for tailbone pain.

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Can a lumbosacral belt or posture corrector really fix back pain?

A lumbosacral belt can provide short-term support and pain relief after an acute back injury or slip disc, but it is not a long-term solution. Lasting improvement comes from strengthening the back muscles, not depending on external support.

Watch the full video to understand when a back belt is helpful and when it may do more harm than good.

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Is it just bad posture, or could it be structural kyphosis?

A rounded back isn't always caused by slouching. While poor posture often improves with exercise and posture correction, structural kyphosis does not straighten on its own and may require evaluation by a spine surgeon.

Watch the full video to understand the difference and when it's time to seek medical advice.

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Can parents detect scoliosis early at home?

A simple back examination can reveal early signs of scoliosis, such as uneven shoulders, a prominent shoulder blade, a rib hump, or waist asymmetry. Identifying these signs early allows timely evaluation and appropriate treatment.

Watch the full video to understand what parents should look for and when to consult a spine specialist.

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A curved spine in children is often missed until it becomes severe. Early detection of scoliosis can prevent progression and reduce the need for surgery.

In this video, learn:
• Early signs of scoliosis parents should never ignore
• How doctors diagnose scoliosis using the Cobb angle
• When bracing is enough—and when spine surgery becomes necessary
• Why regular follow-up during a child's growth years is critical

Watch till the end to understand how timely diagnosis can protect your child's spine and overall health.

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Not every brain cancer starts in the brain.

The most common brain cancers are actually metastases, meaning cancer has spread to the brain from another part of the body, such as the lungs, breast, kidney, colon, or skin. Treatment depends on the number, size, and location of these lesions.

Watch the full video to understand how metastatic brain tumors are diagnosed and treated.

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Why are brain diseases increasing across India?

The rise isn't due to a single cause. Hypertension, diabetes, physical inactivity, metabolic disorders, and even PM2.5 air pollution are contributing to a growing burden of neurological diseases. As a result, conditions like stroke and dementia are being seen more frequently, including in younger adults.

Watch the full video to understand the factors behind this rise and why brain health deserves more attention than ever.

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Brain Stroke and Brain Hemorrhage are not the same, even if the symptoms look identical.

A sudden headache, weakness on one side, slurred speech, or loss of movement can occur in both conditions, but the treatment is completely different. While one may require blood thinners, the other can become worse if they're given before the correct diagnosis.

Watch the full video to understand the difference and why a CT scan or MRI is essential before starting treatment.

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Is Gamma Knife really a surgery if there are no cuts or stitches?

Gamma Knife Radiosurgery is a highly precise neurosurgical treatment that delivers focused radiation to brain tumors, AVMs, and selected neurological conditions while minimising exposure to healthy brain tissue.

The success of Gamma Knife lies in controlling tumor growth, reducing its size over time, or completely treating selected AVMs. However, it is not suitable for every brain tumor, making proper patient selection essential.

Watch the full video to understand how Gamma Knife works, who is an ideal candidate, and what results patients can realistically expect.

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