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Medulloblastoma

December 7, 2022 · Adam Vacek · Leave a Comment

Medulloblastoma is the most common type of malignant (cancerous) primary brain tumour in children. It typically arises from the cerebellum within the vermis (“worm”), located at the lower back region of the brain. This area of the brain is involved in balance, muscle coordination and movement.

Cranial Cysts

October 2, 2022 · Adam Vacek · Leave a Comment

A cyst is a fluid-filled sac, somewhat like a facial spot. In cranial cysts, these sacs occur in the skull bone or the brain tissue itself. This blog post will outline the varying causes, the diagnostic process, and their main treatment pathways. Causes Most cysts are congenital, meaning that they were present before or at […]

Angiogram – BRAIN angio procedure video

May 15, 2021 · Adam Vacek ·

Getting Ready For Spine Surgery

May 1, 2021 · Adam Vacek · Leave a Comment

Getting ready for spine surgery requires good preparation – mentally, physically and emotionally. In this video we talk you through what to expect when you’re getting ready for spine surgery, with practical tips for all patients. Francesca Howes is an Extended Scope Spinal Physiotherapy Practitioner at The Royal London Hospital. ✍ Thumb by Tom Churchill […]

Cluster Headaches

March 5, 2021 · Adam Vacek · Leave a Comment

A cluster headache is a type of primary headache called a trigeminal autonomic cephalgia (or TAC). Cephal- refers to the head, whilst -algia means pain. So, a TAC means pain in the head, arising from the trigeminal nerve, with autonomic (involuntary) signs. The symptoms cluster in location and time, hence the name. Cause Currently, the […]

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