When back or neck pain stops you mid-move or wakes you at night, it’s often coming from a disc. But is it bulging or herniated? That small difference can shape your entire treatment path. At Texas Spine & Neurosurgery Center, patients often ask foremost Houston area minimally invasive spine surgery specialist Dr. Rajesh Bindal if bulging and herniated discs are […]
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Lower back pain that worsens when standing or walking is common, and growing more so every day. The World Health Organization estimates that lower back pain affects more than 619 million people worldwide, and that number is expected to rise to 843 million by 2050. With so many people facing this challenge, it’s important to understand why these symptoms happen
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Compression fractures often strike without warning, leaving you with pain that feels impossible to escape. If you’re experiencing sudden pain or trouble standing straight, it could be a compression fracture that requires the right treatment to help you move freely again. At Texas Spine & Neurosurgery Center, board-certified spine surgeon Dr. Rajesh Bindal is widely known for
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When back pain or neck pain begins to interfere with daily life, pinpointing the cause is the first step toward relief. For many patients, that process starts with imaging — a crucial tool that helps physicians see what’s happening beneath the surface. At Texas Spine & Neurosurgery Center, board-certified neurosurgeon Dr. Rajesh Bindal combines more than two decades of
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Radiculopathy, often called a “pinched nerve,” happens when spinal nerve roots become compressed or irritated. This can cause pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness that radiates into the arms or legs. While many patients focus on avoiding obvious triggers like heavy lifting or sitting too long, there are also several less-discussed factors that can make radiculopathy flare up. At Texas Spine &
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Neck pain is a common issue, but when it becomes persistent or begins to significantly impact your quality of life, it may be a sign of a more serious underlying condition. The cervical spine, made up of the vertebrae in your neck, is vital to supporting your head and protecting the spinal cord. When problems
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Recovering from lumbar spine surgery is a journey that requires patience, commitment, and guidance from your healthcare team. Understanding what to expect can help you feel more confident and prepared for the healing process. Here’s what you need to know. At Texas Spine & Neurosurgery Center, patients benefit from the expertise of Dr. Rajesh Bindal, a board-certified neurosurgeon
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Not all back pain is caused by muscle strain or arthritis. In fact, one of the most overlooked sources of persistent or sudden-onset back pain is a vertebral compression fracture (VCF). A VCF is a small break in the spine that can occur even from simple activities like coughing, bending, or lifting a grocery bag. These fractures are especially
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When is Spinal Fusion Surgery Needed? Dealing with spinal conditions can be difficult, but sometimes even more difficult is the process of surgery. Surgeries can be invasive and require longer healing periods depending on how large the incision site is. Luckily, for some conditions, you may have the option of minimally invasive spinal fusion. Dr.
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How your neurosurgeon in Sugar Land, TX, can help you A neurosurgeon is an expert at diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions. What sets a neurosurgeon apart from a neurologist is that a neurosurgeon can also perform surgery for conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system. Dr. Rajesh Bindal at Texas Spine & Neurosurgery
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