Most people experience back pain at one time or another. Soreness after doing exercise or prolonged manual labor, particularly when that activity is rarely performed, can result in fatigued muscles. Usually, muscle fatigue disappears on its own in a few days. However, when pain persists or increases in intensity, then it’s time to consult your back doctor in NYC. Ignoring back pain often leads to more symptoms, so addressing your pain as soon as possible is extremely important.
While some back pain
may be relieved with exercises and minimal treatment, other spinal problems can
be serious and lead to limited mobility if not properly treated. Attempting to
live through or ignore the pain may cause irreversible damage to spinal discs,
causing them to rupture or become herniated, which can make the problem
permanent. Talking to your doctor about persistent pain and receiving a proper
examination can at least alleviate or even reverse the problem.
Numbing lower back
pain is a problem that patients should definitely not ignore. This type of pain
starts in the lower back and buttocks as a dull ache with added numbness and
may run down the back of the legs. Such pain often indicates a slipped or
herniated disc. Diagnosing and treating the problem in its initial stages is
simple. Your back doctor will perform a physical exam, and then depending on
the severity of the problem, recommend nonsurgical treatments such as
painkillers, rest, and strengthening exercise. Nonsurgical treatments work in
approximately 90 percent of patients. In cases where the problem worsens,
surgery to remove the disc is an option.
Spinal stenosis is
another condition that can cause persistent back pain. This condition is caused
by gradual narrowing of the space surrounding the spinal cord or by nerves
growing out of the spinal cord. It is a common condition for seniors and
primarily affects people over 50. When it occurs in younger individuals, the
condition is often caused by a traumatic injury. Symptoms are similar to those
for ruptured discs, so it's important have your back doctor give you a thorough
examination for proper diagnosis.
No matter what type
of back pain you are experiencing, we are proud to serve as your trusted back
doctors in NYC.
Call us at 212-604-1300 or request more information by clicking here. At New York Pain Care our goal is to get you started on a personalized treatment plan to find relief!
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