Severe Back Pain, Leg Pain, or Numbness? When You Should See a Spine Specialist Immediately

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a hospital — especially in cities like Solapur where long working hours, two-wheeler travel, and physically demanding jobs increase the risk of spine-related issues. While mild back pain often settles with rest and medication, severe back pain, radiating leg pain, numbness, or weakness should never be ignored.

These symptoms often indicate nerve compression in the spine, which requires timely diagnosis and treatment by a specialist. Without proper medical care, it can lead to long-term nerve damage or even permanent disability.

At Yashodhara Super Speciality Hospital, Solapur, our expert spine care team — including Neurosurgeons Dr. Ranjeet Kadam & Dr. Akshay Hawaldar and Senior Neurologist Dr. Shubhada Khandare — provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for all spine-related conditions.

This guide will help you understand:

• When back pain becomes dangerous
  
• Red flag symptoms
  
• When you need an MRI
  
• When surgery may be necessary
  
• Spine conditions treated at Yashodhara Hospital
  
• When to consult our Neurosurgery or Neurology team
  

When Back Pain Is Dangerous

Back pain becomes alarming when it affects your nerves, spinal cord, or mobility. You should seek medical help urgently if the pain is:

1. Sudden and extremely severe

This may indicate a slipped disc, muscle tear, or nerve compression.

2. Radiating down the leg

Pain traveling from the lower back to the hip, thigh, or foot suggests sciatica or nerve irritation.

3. Associated with numbness, tingling, or burning

These neurological symptoms mean a spinal nerve is under pressure.

4. Causing leg weakness or difficulty walking

A red flag for nerve root or spinal cord compression.

5. Worse at night or disturbing sleep

Suggests deeper inflammation or structural issues.

6. Not improving for more than 2–3 weeks

Chronic pain always needs detailed evaluation.

At Yashodhara Hospital, such patients are evaluated directly by our Neurology and Neurosurgery team, who work together to identify whether the pain is muscular, disc-related, nerve-related, or structural.

Red Flag Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

If you experience the following, visit a spine specialist immediately:

• Loss of bladder or bowel control

Could indicate cauda equina syndrome, a surgical emergency.

• Rapidly progressing leg weakness

Shows severe nerve compression.

• Numbness in the groin or private areas

Another sign of cauda equina syndrome.

• Back pain with fever

Indicates possible spinal infection.

• Back pain after a fall or accident

May involve fractures or disc injury.

• Cancer or TB history

Back pain could suggest spinal involvement.

• Pain worsening despite medication

Needs advanced imaging and evaluation.

When such symptoms appear, our specialists — Dr. Shubhada Khandare (Neurology) for nerve-related symptoms and Dr. Ranjeet Kadam / Dr. Akshay Hawaldar (Neurosurgery) for structural spine conditions — evaluate the patient immediately.

When Do You Need an MRI for Back Pain?

MRI is the most accurate tool to diagnose:

• Disc bulges / herniation
  
• Spinal stenosis
  
• Nerve root compression
  
• Tumors
  
• Infections
  
• Structural abnormalities
  

Your doctor may advise an MRI if you have:

• Severe leg pain or sciatica
  
• Numbness or tingling
  
• Weakness in limbs
  
• Suspected disc prolapse
  
• Pain after trauma
  
• Symptoms not improving with medication
  
• Red flag symptoms
  

At Yashodhara Hospital, MRI reports are reviewed jointly by Neurologists and Neurosurgeons to decide the best course of treatment.

Do All Patients With Back Pain Need Surgery?

No. More than 85% of spine cases improve without surgery.

Surgery is considered only when:

✔ The nerve is severely compressed

✔ There is progressive weakness

✔ The patient develops cauda equina syndrome

✔ Pain remains severe despite weeks of treatment

✔ MRI shows severe stenosis or instability

At Yashodhara Hospital, both Dr. Ranjeet Kadam and Dr. Akshay Hawaldar specialize in minimally invasive spine surgeries, ensuring quicker recovery and minimal discomfort.

Common Spine Conditions Treated at Yashodhara Hospital

1. Slip Disc (Herniated Disc)

Symptoms:

• Radiating leg pain
  
• Sharp back pain
  
• Numbness / tingling
  

Treatment:

• Medication
  
• Physiotherapy
  
• Injections
  
• Surgery if severe
  

2. Sciatica

When the sciatic nerve gets compressed:

• Pain from back to foot
  
• Electric-shock-like pain
  

Both surgical and non-surgical options available.

3. Spinal Stenosis

Narrowing of the spinal canal causing:

• Pain while walking
  
• Numbness
  
• Weakness
  

4. Cervical Spondylosis

Neck degeneration causing

• Neck stiffness
  
• Arm pain
  
• Dizziness
  

5. Lumbar Spondylosis

Lower back degeneration leading to chronic pain.

6. Spondylolisthesis

One vertebra slips forward over another.

7. Osteoporotic Spine Fractures

Common in elderly after minor falls.

8. Spinal Instability

Requires specialized neurosurgical correction.

Every patient receives coordinated care from:

• Dr. Ranjeet Kadam – Neurosurgery
  
• Dr. Akshay Hawaldar – Neurosurgery
  
• Dr. Shubhada Khandare – Neurology
  
• Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Team
  

This multidisciplinary spine care model ensures faster and safer recovery.

How Yashodhara Hospital Ensures Quality Spine Care

✔ Expert Neurosurgeons & Neurologists

Our consultants specialize in complex spine and nerve conditions.

✔ Advanced MRI, CT, Digital X-Ray

On-site imaging ensures quick diagnosis.

✔ Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeries

Less pain, quick discharge, faster recovery.

✔ Physiotherapy & Rehab Support

Essential for long-term recovery.

✔ Emergency & Critical Care Support

For trauma-related spine injuries.

✔ Personalized Treatment Plans

Based on age, symptoms, MRI findings, and lifestyle.

When Should You See a Spine Specialist Immediately?

Seek urgent consultation if you have:

• Severe back pain radiating to legs
  
• Persistent numbness or tingling
  
• Difficulty walking
  
• Sudden weakness
  
• Loss of bladder/bowel control
  
• Pain after accident or fall
  
• Pain lasting more than 2 weeks
  

Do NOT wait for symptoms to worsen.

Final Thoughts

Back pain may be common, but severe back pain, leg pain, numbness, or weakness indicates nerve compression — and needs timely specialist evaluation.

At Yashodhara Super Speciality Hospital, Solapur, our spine care unit led by Neurosurgeons Dr. Ranjeet Kadam & Dr. Akshay Hawaldar along with Senior Neurologist Dr. Shubhada Khandare, provides comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for all spine problems.

Early diagnosis means faster recovery and less chance of surgery.

Book an Appointment at Yashodhara Hospital

If you have back pain or nerve-related symptoms:

Consult Neurosurgery / Neurology Experts Today
Call / WhatsApp: 9096662523
Unit 2: Solapur Hyderabad Road, Near Market Yard Road, Solapur

Your spine health matters. Don’t delay.