Back pain is one of the most common yet deeply frustrating conditions patients and clinicians face today. In this session, Dr Tim Lukins uses real-world case studies to break down the realities of spinal health, from initial diagnosis to the latest surgical innovations.

Dr Lukins unpacks some typical presentations and provides clear clinical distinctions between radiculopathy and claudication. He maps out comprehensive management pathways, highlighting the roles of pharmacotherapy and lifestyle factors, such as obesity, in spine health.

When conservative care isn’t enough, the focus shifts to advanced interventions. Dr Lukins advocates for motion-preserving disc replacement and minimally invasive endoscopic surgery.

Presented by Dr Tim Lukins, a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon with subspecialty interests in the minimally invasive treatment of neuro oncology and complex adult spine disorders.

This presentation was recorded in May 2026.