About Chronic Low Back Pain
Chronic Lower Back Pain is another common condition defined by affecting the lumbar region for three months or longer. Pain ranges in form and severity, and stems from anomalies in the anatomical structure of the back.
Causative factors may include stress, trauma, or concomitant disease, but in many cases may be difficult to isolate. Even so, a number of therapeutic solutions exist to provide relief for patients suffering from this chronic ailment. The causative problem may resolve naturally, but pain can persist despite this. Doctors will work with patients to understand as much as possible about their condition, and find appropriate solutions for their individual needs.
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About Chronic Low Back Pain
Chronic Lower Back Pain is another common condition defined by affecting the lumbar region for three months or longer. Pain ranges in form and severity, and stems from anomalies in the anatomical structure of the back.
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Causative factors may include stress, trauma, or concomitant disease, but in many cases may be difficult to isolate. Even so, a number of therapeutic solutions exist to provide relief for patients suffering from this chronic ailment. The causative problem may resolve naturally, but pain can persist despite this. Doctors will work with patients to understand as much as possible about their condition, and find appropriate solutions for their individual needs.
PAIN THAT COMES AND GOES
LOW BACK PAIN IS OFTEN ASSOCIATED WITH RADIATING LEG PAIN
PAIN MAY PRESENT AS A DULL, SHARP, PIERCING, OR BURNING SENSATION
PAIN MAY STAY IN ONE PLACE OR RADIATE TO OTHER AREAS, SUCH AS THE FRONT, SIDES, BACK, AND LEGS
Is chronic low back pain dangerous?
Generally, there are relatively few complications of chronic low back pain, though it can reduce patient mobility significantly. Rarely, in instances of spinal cord or nerve root compression, swift medical attention is required to prevent functional losses.
Is chronic low back pain dangerous?
Generally, there are relatively few complications of chronic low back pain, though it can reduce patient mobility significantly. Rarely, in instances of spinal cord or nerve root compression, swift medical attention is required to prevent functional losses.
How is chronic low back pain managed?
Many options exist for the management of chronic back pain, including:
- Physical Therapy – May include stretching exercises, manual therapies, TENS, ultrasound, heat.
- Medications – Varied, such as NSAIDs, narcotics, muscle relaxants, and nerve stabilizing drugs.
- Procedures – Range from injections to open surgery.
- Coping Skills – Chronic pain can influence all aspects of one’s life, and including a psychologist or psychiatrist in treatment can greatly enhance patient quality of life.
- Complementary Medicine Treatments – Acupuncture, nutritional therapy, and others.
For acute and sometimes chronic pain primarily in the back or neck it’s very reasonable to seek care from one of our spine physical therapists. For many insurances, referrals are not required. Dr. Paul’s team works closely with the therapists. They often facilitate referrals to Dr. Paul and his spine surgery partners.
How is chronic low back pain managed?
Many options exist for the management of chronic back pain, including:
- Physical Therapy – May include stretching exercises, manual therapies, TENS, ultrasound, heat.
- Medications – Varied, such as NSAIDs, narcotics, muscle relaxants, and nerve stabilizing drugs.
- Procedures – Range from injections to open surgery.
- Coping Skills – Chronic pain can influence all aspects of one’s life, and including a psychologist or psychiatrist in treatment can greatly enhance patient quality of life.
- Complementary Medicine Treatments – Acupuncture, nutritional therapy, and others.
For acute and sometimes chronic pain primarily in the back or neck it’s very reasonable to seek care from one of our spine physical therapists. For many insurances, referrals are not required. Dr. Paul’s team works closely with the therapists. They often facilitate referrals to Dr. Paul and his spine surgery partners.
About Physical Therapy
For acute and sometimes chronic pain primarily in the back or neck it’s very reasonable to seek care from one of our spine physical therapists. For many insurances, referrals are not required. Dr. Paul’s team works closely with the therapists. They often facilitate referrals to Dr. Paul and his spine surgery partners.
How is chronic low back pain diagnosed?
A thorough physical examination and patient history are mainstays of diagnosis for chronic low back pain. Usually a diagnosis can be made on this information alone, but in some cases additional tests will be ordered to exclude conditions that would put patient health at risk if left untreated. Such tests may include blood tests, x-rays, CT scans, bone scans, MRI, diagnostic injections, electromyography, among others. It may be difficult to reach a definitive diagnosis at the conclusion of an initial visit, but ruling out more dangerous possibilities still makes for a successful evaluation. The overall goal of each case is to reduce pain, improve function, and improve patient quality of life.
How is chronic low back pain diagnosed?
A thorough physical examination and patient history are mainstays of diagnosis for chronic low back pain. Usually a diagnosis can be made on this information alone, but in some cases additional tests will be ordered to exclude conditions that would put patient health at risk if left untreated. Such tests may include blood tests, x-rays, CT scans, bone scans, MRI, diagnostic injections, electromyography, among others. It may be difficult to reach a definitive diagnosis at the conclusion of an initial visit, but ruling out more dangerous possibilities still makes for a successful evaluation. The overall goal of each case is to reduce pain, improve function, and improve patient quality of life.
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The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained on or available through this web site is for general information purposes only. Dr. Paul makes no representation and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of information contained on or available through this web site, and such information is subject to change without notice. You are encouraged to confirm any information obtained from or through this website with other sources, and review all information regarding any medical condition or treatment with your physician. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL TREATMENT BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.
Dr. Paul does not recommend, endorse or make any representation about the efficacy, appropriateness or suitability of any specific tests, products, procedures, treatments, services, opinions, health care providers or other information that may be contained on or available through this web site. DR. PAUL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE NOR LIABLE FOR ANY ADVICE, COURSE OF TREATMENT, DIAGNOSIS OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION, SERVICES OR PRODUCTS THAT YOU OBTAIN THROUGH THIS WEB SITE. www.paulspine.com/legal/disclaimer.
Individuals’ outcomes may depend on a number of factors, including but not limited to patient characteristics, disease characteristics and/or surgeon experience.
All logos and names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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