Find Effective Back Pain Treatment in Hackensack

Acute or chronic pain commonly affects many of us and alters our routine in many ways – it can affect activities like walking, running, riding the bike, etc. If your back pain escalates and you’re experiencing one of the following: fever, sudden welling, inability to gain weight, incontinence, or paralysis, seek medical help as soon as possible as you might be dealing with a serious health problem.

In general, the main cause of back pain is an injury to a muscle or ligament. This ‘injury’ can be caused by many things, like improper lifting, obesity, poor posture, lack of activity, accidents, etc.

In other words, some common back pain causes include:

Lumbar herniated disc – this is commonly known as ‘slipped’ or ‘ruptured’ disc. When the discs are damaged, they will no longer work as shock absorbance between your vertebrae, the pain irradiates, leading to intense back pain.

Spinal stenosis – in general, this condition is located in the neck or lower back. Spinal stenosis puts pressure on the nerves that go through the spine and creates pain or numbness.

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) – this is another disc condition that occurs in the lower back area. These discs are lubed in a natural fluid, but over time, this fluid can diminish, and the discs will stop working properly. Also, this condition can be the result of an accident or injury.

When Is the Ideal Time to Contact a Doctor?

Statistically speaking, back pain is the main reason for skipping work in America. It is the third most common reason for medical consultations or visits to the doctor’s office. Most of the minor pain, in general, gets better within a few weeks without special treatment. It is important to remember that rest is recommended, but not in bed. Cold or warm compresses on the painful or numb area could make the symptoms more manageable. If your back pain hasn’t improved within a week of rest and home treatments, get in touch with a board-certified back pain specialist. Also, you should call your doctor if you experience one of the following symptoms:

• Constant pain that won’t go away.
• Pain that intensifies at night and disrupts your sleep.
• Pain that spreads towards one of your legs (or both).
• Acute pain and weakness or numbness in one or both legs.
• Acute pain and weight loss.
• Pain that comes with redness or inflammation in the affected area, or sometimes fever.

You should describe your symptoms and your pain as accurately as you can when you meet with a back pain specialist. It is important to be honest about your medical history. You should also talk about your health overall, your activity levels, and your daily routines. It is recommended to keep a ‘pain diary’, for a week or two, before your appointment. Keep a record of your activities and pain levels, write it down, and discuss them with one of our back treatment specialists.

If you suffer from back pain and you haven’t seen a doctor yet, schedule an appointment with Dr. Laura Lombardi – one of the greatest back pain doctors in New Jersey, or Dr. Shane Volney – who has an outstanding reputation in the fields of medical pain and anesthesiology. Dr. Lombardi and Dr. Volney are board-certified and Harvard-trained and will be happy to help you get rid of your back pain.

Solutions and Innovative Treatments for Back Pain

To avoid back surgery or visits to orthopedic surgeons you should consider our pain-free methods and minimally invasive treatments. At Pain Treatment Specialists, we diagnose and treat acute and chronic back pain. By using state-of-the-art technological and medical innovations we provide the best non-surgical treatment options available on the market. The expected result is increased mobility, better support in the spinal column, and less pain. Some of our most effective back pain treatments are:

• Lumbar epidural – this is a lumbar steroid injection, a combination of corticosteroids and local anesthetic.
• Lumbar facet injection – this injection with local anesthetic targets the joints along the spine, on the side of each vertebra.
• Sacroiliac joint injection – this type of injection provides pain relief in the sacroiliac joint.
• Lumbar radiofrequency ablation – radiofrequency ablation is administered at the precise endings of inflamed nerves. The heat energy from electromagnetic waves reduces inflammation.
• Radiofrequency neurotomy – a long-term pain relief using alternating current.
• COOLIF SI joint cooled RF – this treatment refers to using heat to ‘deactivate’ the nerves that are sending pain signals to the brain.

To prevent back pain you should focus on your lifestyle, your posture, and your activity program. You might prevent pain recurrence by practicing proper body mechanics, and of course – improving your physical condition. Some methods that can help you strengthen your back are:

• Exercise – 30 min/day of aerobic activities or pilates will increase your spine mobility and reduce the pain in that area. Walking and swimming are recommended activities for people who experience back pain. It’s best to talk with your doctor about the best kind of activities for your condition.
• Maintain a healthy weight – obesity is one of the most common risk factors for back pain. If you are overweight, shedding those extra pounds can prevent and even alleviate back pain.
• Quit smoking – smoking is also a risk factor for back pain. Quitting this unhealthy habit will reduce the risk of developing back pain and a wide range of health issues.
• Control your posture – stand smart, sit smart, lift smart! Use your body properly and take care of your bones and muscles.
• Sleep well – a good sleep schedule will reduce pain and increase your muscle tonus.

The best way to treat back pain is by contacting a pain management doctor, such as Dr. Laura Lombardy, Dr. George Hanna, or Dr. Shane Volney at Pain Treatment Specialists. Their medical advice, as top back pain doctors in Hackensack, NJ, will help you get rid of your back pain. Come meet the best back doctors in one of our New Jersey pain clinics. You can find us in Clifton, NJ, on Route 46 E, past the Ford dealership, in West Orange, near the Essex Country Club, and in Paramus on Route 17, near the Paramus Park Mall.