A spinal fusion is a type of surgery that is performed to correct problems with the bones and tissues of the spine. The surgery involves fusing 2 or more vertebrae into a single unit. Once bonded, they are unable to move as they once did. The intention is to stop back pain by halting motion…
When it comes to managing the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, deep brain stimulation, or DBS, has taken the place of other standard treatments. Although it isn’t a treatment for Parkinson’s disease and can’t stop its underlying progression, it is used to lessen or even eliminate some symptoms. Dr. Gurneet Singh Sawhney is renowned for performing advanced neurosurgeries ,…
A seizure is a short spell of abnormally high brain electrical activity resulting in convulsions (twitching, jerking, or fits), staring into space, stiffening muscles, or losing consciousness. Although seizures usually only last a few minutes, they can be terrifying to witness. Knowing what to do and what not to do is crucial for the patient’s…
Most of the time, you can manage lower back discomfort without surgery. But occasionally, back surgery is a realistic or required choice to address severe nerve compression or musculoskeletal injuries. When you learn that you need spinal surgery, you might experience a range of feelings, including fear of the operation and recovery and uncertainty about…
A stroke happens when a portion of your brain’s blood flow is blocked or diminished, depriving it of essential oxygen and nutrients. This could be the result of a blood vessel bursting or becoming clogged. The brain cells start to degenerate within minutes due to a lack of blood supply. The medical emergency of a stroke can result…
While headaches and migraines are rare for most people, they can become far too common for others. Migraines affect up to 15 to 20% of the population at some point in their lives. According to Dr. Gurneet Singh Sawhney, one of the best neurosurgeon in Mumbai, India, chronic headaches and migraines can be challenging to treat. And…
A brain tumor is a collection of faulty brain cells that form a mass. Brain tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Your brain is protected by a highly tough skull. Any expansion in such a small location can generate complications. The eminent neurosurgeon in India, Dr. Gurneet Singh Sawhney, says that the strain inside your…
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that slowly deteriorates the ability of a person’s brain to control movement. It damages the nerve cells in your brain that create dopamine. The exact causes of PD are still unclear, but having a genetic predisposition, environmental and lifestyle factors, and age are all known to trigger…
Being detected with carotid artery disease can be disturbing. Don’t worry; conservative and surgical options are available to treat this condition. But choosing a suitable treatment option can be challenging. Dr. Gurneet Sawhney, a highly qualified and experienced neurosurgeon in Mumbai, says, “many patients’ first thought, when diagnosed with carotid artery disease, is, ‘Oh my…
Back pain is quite common, and people usually do not take it seriously, thinking it to be due to strenuous activity, bad posture, stress, lack of exercise, or weak muscles. However, in some cases, the back pain does not go away on its own. On the contrary, it becomes worse. It can affect your daily…