Common Spinal Conditions and How to Manage Them

Spinal conditions can cause significant pain and disability, affecting your overall quality of life. Understanding these conditions and how to manage them is crucial for maintaining spinal health.

Common Spinal Conditions

Several spinal conditions can cause pain and discomfort, including:

• Herniated Discs: Discs that bulge or rupture, pressing on spinal nerves.
• Degenerative Disc Disease: The wear and tear of spinal discs over time.
• Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing of the spinal canal that puts pressure on nerves.
• Spondylolisthesis: Slippage of one vertebra over another.
• Sciatica: Pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve from the lower back down the legs.

Symptoms

Symptoms of spinal conditions vary but can include:

• Back pain.
• Neck pain.
• Numbness or tingling in the extremities.
• Muscle weakness.
• Difficulty walking or maintaining balance.

Treatment Options

Managing spinal conditions typically involves:

• Medications: Pain relievers and anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Physical Therapy: Exercises to strengthen the back and improve flexibility.
• Injections: Corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation.
• Surgery: In severe cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to relieve pressure on nerves or stabilize the spine.

If you are dealing with a spinal condition and need a comprehensive evaluation and treatment plan, book an appointment with Garden State Pain and Orthopedics at gardenstatepain.com. Our experienced team is dedicated to helping you achieve spinal health and pain relief.