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After reading about the lumbar spine and types of lumbar disc injuries, let’s get into lumbar disc injury recovery time and slipped disc exercises. Lumbar disc injuries can heal even up to 2 years after an injury. The lumbar disc injury recovery time can be positively affected by the following factors: Working with a physical therapist who specializesContinue reading “Lumbar Disc Injury Recovery Time”

There are many types of Lumbar Disc Injuries, Texas, and as I mentioned earlier, people call them funny names like slipped disc or blown disc. Here are the main types of Lumbar Disc Injuries, Texas. Herniated Lumbar Disc Injury, Texas       With this type of injury, the outer shell of the lumbar disc called the annulusContinue reading “Types of Lumbar Disc Injuries, Texas”

Treatment for lumbosacral facet syndrome usually includes a multidisciplinary approach.  If the diagnosis is uncertain, consideration is given to performing diagnostic medial branch blocks. Non operative Treatment Non operative management includes oral medications such as NSAIDs, acetaminophen, and oral steroids during acute flares. Additionally, weight loss and physical therapy have demonstrated successful outcomes. More invasiveContinue reading “Treatment for lumbosacral facet syndrome”

Overview Facet joint syndrome is an arthritis-like condition of the spine that can be a significant source of back and neck pain.. Medication, physical therapy, joint injections, nerve blocks, and nerve ablations may be used to manage symptoms. Chronic symptoms may require surgery to fuse the joint. Anatomy of the facet joints The spine isContinue reading “Facet Joint Syndrome / Arthritis”

BACKGROUND: Radiofrequency ablation (RFA), a procedure using heat to interrupt pain signals in spinal nerves, is an emerging treatment option for chronic low back pain. Its clinical efficacy has not yet been established. OBJECTIVE: To determine the efficacy of RFA for chronic low back pain associated with lumbar facet joints, sacroiliac joints, discogenic low backContinue reading “Lumber Radiofrequency Ablation”

Conservative Treatment Once a diagnosis of facet joint syndrome has been confirmed, your doctor will likely recommend physical therapy to treat your symptoms. A well-rounded rehabilitation program assists in calming pain and inflammation, improving your mobility and strength, and helping you do your daily activities with greater ease and ability. Physical therapy may also includeContinue reading “Treatment Options lumbar facet joint”

At the time of the procedure, you will be asked to sign consent forms, list medications you are presently taking, and if you have any allergies to medication. The brief procedure may last 15-45 minutes, followed by a recovery period. Step 1: prepare the patient The patient lies on an x-ray table. Local anesthetic isContinue reading “What happens during treatment of Radiofrequency ablation for pain?”

Neck pain is a common complaint. Neck muscles can be strained from poor posture — whether it’s leaning over your computer or hunching over your workbench. Osteoarthritis also is a common cause of neck pain. Rarely, neck pain can be a symptom of a more serious problem. Seek medical care if your neck pain isContinue reading “Symptoms of Arm Pain”

Benefits Pain relief is the primary benefit. You may be anxious about the exposure to X-rays during this test. Please note: No radiation remains in a patient’s body after an x-ray examination. X-rays usually have no side effects in the diagnostic range. Risks Any procedure where the skin is penetrated carries a risk of infection.Continue reading “What are the benefits vs. risks of Thoracic Facet Injection?”

WHAT IS A THORACIC FACET INJECTION, TEXAS? The facet joint is a thumbnail-size joint that is located in pairs between each bone of your spine. Lumbar facet INJECTION, Texas  is a procedure to diagnose or treat back pain from the facet joints. Anesthetic and steroid medications are injected into the joint. To ensure proper placementContinue reading “Thoracic Facet INJECTION, Texas”