In short
- Back and neck pain, slipped disc and sciatica, with minimally invasive and endoscopic surgery when needed.
- Treats: Lower back pain and neck pain; Slipped or bulging disc and sciatica; Spinal stenosis (narrowing).
- Video works well for MRI reviews, follow-ups and long-standing back pain.
- Treated by Dr. Yash S. Shah, MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), at Bodyline Hospital, Paldi, Ahmedabad.
Spine care and spine surgery
When surgery is needed, Bodyline Hospital offers spine fixation, minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery, which use smaller cuts.
Back and neck pain, slipped disc and sciatica, with minimally invasive and endoscopic surgery when needed.
What it treats
- Lower back pain and neck pain
- Slipped or bulging disc and sciatica
- Spinal stenosis (narrowing)
- Spine fractures, including osteoporotic fractures
Common symptoms
- Back or neck pain lasting more than a few weeks
- Pain, tingling or numbness travelling down an arm or leg
- Weakness in the legs or hands
- Pain that worsens with walking and eases when you sit
Spine care: when to see a doctor
- Pain has lasted more than two to three weeks
- Pain spreads down a leg or arm, or you feel numbness
- New weakness, or loss of bladder or bowel control: go to an emergency room immediately
- Back pain after a fall, especially in older adults
Spine care: treatment options
Conservative care first
Medicines, physiotherapy, posture and activity advice resolve most spine pain.
Minimally invasive and endoscopic surgery
When a nerve stays compressed, surgery through small cuts or an endoscope may be advised.
Spine fixation
For instability or fractures, the spine can be stabilised with screws and rods.
Spine care: recovery
Recovery depends on the procedure. Minimally invasive surgery usually means a shorter hospital stay.
Who treats you
Dr. Yash S. Shah consults and operates at Bodyline Hospital, Paldi. He trained in joint replacement and arthroscopy in Mumbai, and at NYU Langone, New York and Johns Hopkins, Baltimore.
Consultation room, Bodyline Hospital, Paldi 
During international training 
Fellowship training
Video or clinic?
Video works well for MRI reviews, follow-ups and long-standing back pain. Sudden weakness or loss of bladder control needs emergency care.
Video consultation fee ₹1,000.
Questions
Do I need an MRI for back pain?
Not always. It is recommended when symptoms suggest a trapped nerve or do not improve with treatment.
This page is general information to help you understand your options. It is not a diagnosis or personal medical advice. In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital emergency department.