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First Step
Neurological Monitoring
MRI scans and neurological assessments help track spinal tumor progression.
Advanced Neurology & Neurosurgery
Spinal Cord Tumors & Lumps
Advanced microsurgery to safely isolate and resect intricate intra-medullary and extra-medullary spinal masses.
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microsurgical precision
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spinal tumor surgeries
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neurological recovery support
Medical Overview
What Are Spinal Cord Tumors & Lumps?
Spinal cord tumors and spinal lumps are abnormal growths that develop inside or around the spinal cord. These tumors may compress spinal nerves, affect mobility, and cause neurological symptoms requiring advanced microsurgical treatment.
Advanced spinal microsurgery helps safely remove tumors while preserving mobility and neurological function.
Risk Factors
- Genetic Disorders Certain inherited conditions increase spinal tumor risk.
- Cancer History Some cancers may spread to the spine and spinal cord.
- Ageing Spinal tumors may become more common with increasing age.
- Neurological Conditions Certain neurological disorders may contribute to spinal abnormalities.
Understanding the Condition
Causes of Spinal Cord Tumors & Lumps
Understanding spinal tumor formation and neurological risk factors
Spinal tumors may develop due to abnormal cell growth, genetic disorders, metastatic cancer spread, nerve sheath tumors, or unknown neurological causes. Some tumors are benign while others may require urgent surgical treatment.
Signs to Watch For
Symptoms of Spinal Cord Tumors & Lumps
Symptoms depend on the size, location, and pressure caused on the spinal cord and surrounding nerves.
Back Pain
Persistent back pain that worsens over time or during movement.
Numbness
Tingling or numbness in arms, legs, or feet due to spinal nerve compression.
Muscle Weakness
Weakness in limbs causing difficulty walking or reduced grip strength.
Balance Problems
Difficulty maintaining balance or coordinating body movements.
Bladder Dysfunction
Loss of bladder or bowel control caused by spinal cord involvement.
Radiating Pain
Pain spreading into arms or legs along affected spinal nerves.
Visual Recovery Journey
Treatment Gallery
Imaging, procedure stages, patient rehabilitation milestones, and advanced treatment visuals.
Personalised Care Pathways
Treatment Options for Spinal Cord Tumors & Lumps
Treatment focuses on safely removing tumors, relieving spinal cord pressure, preserving neurological function, and improving long-term mobility.
Your Healing Journey
Recovery After Spinal Tumor Surgery
Recovery depends on tumor size, spinal involvement, and neurological condition. Rehabilitation and follow-up care help restore mobility and improve quality of life.
Week 1
Post-Surgical Monitoring
Neurological observation and pain control begin immediately after surgery.
Week 3
Rehabilitation Phase
Physical therapy improves movement, balance, and muscle strength.
Week 6
Functional Recovery
Most patients gradually regain mobility and daily independence.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are spinal cord tumors cancerous?
- Some spinal tumors are benign while others may be malignant and require specialized treatment.
- Can spinal tumors cause paralysis?
- Untreated spinal tumors may compress the spinal cord and increase the risk of weakness or paralysis.
- Is spinal tumor surgery safe?
- Modern microsurgical spine techniques improve surgical precision and help preserve neurological function.