Spine Surgery &
Pain Management
From targeted injections to minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Nawaz Sharif offers comprehensive back and neck care — always prioritising conservative treatment before surgery.
Procedures & Treatments
Advantages of Minimally Invasive Spine Care
Tiny Incisions
Smaller incisions mean minimal scarring and reduced risk of infection
Short Hospital Stay
Most minimally invasive procedures allow same-day or next-day discharge
Non-Surgical Options
Targeted injections and nerve blocks before recommending surgery
Fast Relief
Interventional procedures provide immediate or near-immediate pain relief
Low Risk
Reduced blood loss and lower post-operative instability risk
Quick Return
Return to daily activities faster than with open spine surgery
Conservative First, Surgery Last
Dr. Sharif holds a Fellowship in Interventional Pain Management (FIPM). His approach is always to exhaust non-surgical options — targeted injections, nerve blocks, and physical therapy — before recommending any operative procedure.
- Epidural steroid injections
- Radiofrequency ablation for facet pain
- Nerve root blocks for sciatica
- MISS as last resort with excellent outcomes
Frequently Asked Questions
When is spine surgery actually needed?
Surgery is considered only when conservative treatments — medication, physiotherapy, and interventional injections — have failed over a period of 6–12 weeks.
What is interventional pain management?
It uses image-guided injections (epidural steroids, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation) to diagnose and treat pain without surgery. Dr. Sharif holds an FIPM fellowship in this specialty.
How long does recovery take?
MISS procedures often allow discharge in 1–2 days. Most patients resume light activity within 2 weeks.
Is sciatica always a surgical problem?
No. Most sciatica cases resolve with conservative care. Interventional blocks are highly effective. Surgery is reserved for cases with nerve compression causing weakness or failed conservative treatment.
Suffering from Back or Neck Pain?
Get expert evaluation from Dr. Nawaz Sharif today.