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  • Spinal muscular atrophy

    Read about spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a condition that makes the muscles weaker and causes problems with movement that get worse over time.

  • Lumbar puncture

    Find out about lumbar punctures, including why they’re done, what happens during the procedure, side effects, how to help your recovery, and possible complications.

  • Lumbar decompression surgery

    Lumbar decompression surgery is a type of surgery used to treat compressed nerves in the lower (lumbar) spine. It's only recommended when non-surgical treatments haven't helped.

  • Spinal muscular atrophy - Types

    Find out about the main types of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), including when they appear and what symptoms they cause.

  • Spinal muscular atrophy - Treatment

    Read about the main treatments for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), including research into future treatments.

  • Spinal muscular atrophy - Diagnosis

    Read about the tests for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) that can be carried out before, during and after pregnancy.

  • Lumbar decompression surgery - When it's used

    Lumbar decompression surgery is usually only considered if non-surgical treatments for your lower spine haven't worked and symptoms are affecting your quality of life.

  • Lumbar decompression surgery - How it's performed

    If you and your consultant decide you could benefit from lumbar decompression surgery, you'll be put on a waiting list. Your doctor or surgeon should be able to tell you how long you're likely to have to wait.

  • Lumbar decompression surgery - Risks

    Lumbar decompression surgery is generally effective in relieving symptoms such as leg pain and numbness. However, some people continue to have symptoms after surgery, or develop symptoms again within a few years.

  • Lumbar decompression surgery - Recovery

    Recovery after lumbar decompression surgery will depend on your fitness and level of activity prior to surgery. This is why a course of physiotherapy before the operation may be recommended.