Back Pain Treatment in Salisbury, NC
At Carolina Pain and Weight Loss, we take a multidisciplinary approach to back pain treatment, combining the expertise of all our professionals. Our goal is to provide personalized care and develop a tailored treatment plan that addresses the root cause of your back pain, rather than simply managing the symptoms.
We offer advanced treatment options to suit your individual needs. Our team utilizes the latest techniques and technologies to provide effective and non-invasive solutions.
Just about every person has suffered from low back pain at one time or another. In some situations, a bit of rest and relaxation is all that is needed to recover. However, there are several more concerning conditions that could lead to chronic low back pain, which requires professional treatment from Carolina Pain and Weight to relieve.
If you are continually afflicted with pain in your low back, please contact Carolina Pain and Weight to schedule a personalized consultation with one of our experienced pain specialists. New patients may set up an appointment by calling our pain management office in Salisbury at (704) 637-5767 or our office in Mooresville at (704) 360-4564.
What are Common Causes of Low Back Pain?
When pain strikes, either mild or severe, everyday activities can become difficult. Most back pain is short term and can be treated on your own. However, chronic back pain can persist for 12 weeks or longer and typically needs the help of our pain management team.
Medical News Today stated that the possibilities are endless when it comes to all of the things that can lead to discomfort in the lower region of the back. However, at Carolina Pain and Weight in Lake Norman and Salisbury, our providers most frequently treat the following sources of low back pain.
Strains and Sprains
Muscles, tendons, and ligaments located throughout the entire body are susceptible to overstretching and small tears. If a muscle or tendon in the back is affected by this type of injury, it is known as a strain, whereas if a ligament is impacted, it is known as a sprain.
While strains and sprains are more likely to affect the upper back, they can certainly occur in lower areas as well. This is most often caused by some sort of abrupt movement of these various tissues, which may result from lifting excessively heavy objects. Even small amounts of force can lead to a sprain or strain within the low back if the tissues have become too weak to handle much movement.
Osteoarthritis
As we age, it is the body’s natural process to begin experiencing some gradual wear and tear. Frequently used joints are typically among the first areas affected by this wear and tear, which is known as osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis can also affect the spine, leading to significant discomfort. More specifically, the cartilage that exists between the vertebrae of the spine begins to wear down, resulting in direct contact between the vertebrae themselves. Not surprisingly, this harsh movement tends to cause a substantial amount of pain that may stem from one or several particular arthritic vertebrae along the spine.
Referred Pain
In some cases, low back pain may have nothing to do with a problem of the back at all. If an individual’s pain is actually caused by an underlying medical condition such as kidney disease, fibromyalgia, endometriosis, etc. then it is known as referred pain. In order to effectively treat this symptomatic discomfort in the low back, the underlying condition must be properly addressed.
Structural Abnormalities
Over time it is possible for the spine to become misaligned. Issues with alignment can put considerable pressure on nearby muscles or nerves, causing mild to severe pain in the low back.
It is also quite possible for a skeletal deformities to gradually develop during the person’s lifetime. Conditions such as scoliosis and degenerative spondylolisthesis fall into this category, many of which require on-going medical treatment to maintain.
Fractures
Osteoporosis is a common cause of small fractures within the spine’s vertebrae. These tiny breaks occur when the bone has become porous and thin, making it very weak and prone to injury.
While low bone mass from osteoporosis is especially common in older adults, a fracture may also stem from a traumatic injury to the spine. This type of stress fracture is referred to as spondylolysis.
Problems with Spinal Discs
Spinal discs help to support the vertebrae by acting as a natural shock-absorber for the entire back. Unfortunately, these discs can be heavily impacted by continued stress and pressure that is put on the spine during everyday activities, and especially during a traumatic incident to the spine. As a result, the following conditions may arise:
- Herniated, torn, or ruptured disc
- Bulging disc
- Disc degeneration
Spinal Stenosis
If the discs of the spine have been compromised in some way, it is likely that spinal stenosis will develop soon afterward. This condition involves the formation of bone spurs to help replace the support that the spinal discs are no longer able to provide. This natural defense mechanism will allow the spine to remain structurally intact, though over time it can lead to narrowing of the spinal canal and severe pain that radiates from the low back through the legs.
When Should I Seek Treatment For My Back Pain?
If you have attempted to relieve your low back pain by resting the area, using over-the-counter anti-inflammatories, or applying ice and/or heat regularly without much success, it may be time to consider more effective treatment options such as pain management. The first step should always be to uncover the root of your pain, whether it be any of the common conditions already discussed, or perhaps something more unique.
At Carolina Pain and Weight, our specialists have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating conditions of the low back. We strive to provide actionable insights about a patient’s condition and to guide them through the entire treatment process from start to finish.
Schedule an Appointment for Back Pain Treatment
To address your issues of chronic low back pain, please call Our Salisbury office at (704) 637-5767 or our Mooresville office at (704) 360-4564 today to schedule a consultation!