Dr Helmut Hiertz Surgery Upper Austria

Information on neurosurgery, spine

Here you will find information on the subject of neurosurgery, the spine, herniated discs and the ilio-sacral joint

The structure of the spine

Possibilities of treating spinal problems

Surgical therapy of cervical spinal canal stenosis and herniated disc

Treatment strategy for lumbar disc herniation

The ilio-sacral joint (SI – joint) or sacroiliac joint

Description of common complaints related to the spine

disc prolapse

A herniated disc in the lumbar spine is a very common condition, with many sufferers being asymptomatic and therefore requiring no specific treatment. It's all down to good construction...

Back Pain

Back pain without pain radiating into the arms or legs should first be treated with medication and physiotherapy if there are no neurological deficits. If there is no improvement after 4-6 weeks, the next step is radiological clarification...

Neck Pain

It is understood to mean pain in the upper part of the spine, the cervical spine. The pain can be local over the spine, but it can also radiate to the head, face and dizziness...

Lower Back Pain - Lumbago

It is understood to be pain in the lower section of the spine, which can occur in the middle of the lumbar spine or in the lower area laterally (ISG) and can also cause significant movement blockages...