Spinal and neurosurgical negligence

Ongoing pain, weakness or loss of function after spinal surgery, or red flags that weren’t acted on, can have lifelong consequences. These articles explain your options.

An overview

Spinal and brain surgery carry real risks, and a poor result isn’t always negligence. It may be when the operation wasn’t needed, wasn’t done with proper care, or when warning signs before or after surgery were missed.

At the milder endOngoing pain after spinal surgery that needs further treatment and time off work.

At the more serious endCauda equina syndrome diagnosed too late, leaving permanent bladder, bowel or leg problems.

Every situation is different. What matters is what happened, how it has affected you, and whether the care fell below what was reasonable. Even where an injury is less severe, you may still be able to recover costs such as treatment and lost income.

After spinal surgery

When pain or symptoms continue after an operation.

What to Do If You Still Have Pain After Spinal Surgery

Cauda equina syndrome

Back pain red flags that should have led to urgent investigation.