Back Pain Specialists Are Ready to Help
The discs in our spine help keep the vertebrae steady and absorb shock. Over time, these discs wear down, which can cause persistent pain in the back or neck. This typically occurs between the ages of 30 and 60.
If you are suffering from back pain, you’re likely having trouble living your day-to-day life without interruption. Thankfully, solutions are available. Disc-related back pain is a very common problem and it can often be treated without surgery.
What’s Causing My Pain?
Finding the cause of back pain is essential to treating it. There are many conditions that can cause back pains, so it’s important to stick with conservative treatments until your doctor is sure they’ve found the problem.
The diagnostic procedure begins with a thorough physical assessment. This will include a review of your medical history, analysis of your symptoms, and physical examination. Imaging devices such as x-ray, MRI, or CT scans may be used to take a closer look at the spine. This information will help pinpoint the source of the pain.
Discogenic back pain usually manifests and lower back pain spasms. The pain usually gets worse when bending, sitting, or standing. Lying down may be the only position where you find relief.
Treatment Options
There are a few different treatment options for discogenic back pain. The best option for you will depend on the severity of your condition and your medical history.
Treatments Include:
- Disc Regenerative Therapy – This procedure stimulates the body’s natural healing process to help the damaged spinal discs recover.
- Epidural Nerve Block – An injection that blocks nerve signals from the damaged area of the spine. Useful when patients need immediate relief and are having a hard time finding a permanent solution.
- Spinal Cord Stimulation – This is an implant that releases electrical signals to the spine when pain occurs to replace the discomforting feelings with soothing ones.
Living with acute or chronic discogenic back pain is a daily struggle and finding relief can be challenging. We are here for you. The highly skilled pain doctors get right to the source of your pain and will provide treatment tailored to your needs. Stop letting pain run your life and request an appointment today.
Precision Pain Care and Rehabilitation has two convenient locations in Richmond Hill – Queens and New Hyde Park – Long Island. Call the Richmond Hill office at (718) 215-1888, or (516) 419-4480 for the Long Island office, to arrange an appointment with our Interventional Pain Management Specialist, Dr. Jeffrey Chacko.
