It’s not a secret that back pain is a common problem among people, especially the older ones. Did you know that almost 9 of 10 people at some point in life experience back problems/pain? Therefore Spine MD invites you to find out why your back hurts and whether or not you need surgery.
Low back pain is one of the greatest problems for all people. Luckily, back problems can be solved by nonsurgical treatments – like physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and so on.
Do I Need A Back Surgery?
Back surgery might be a great alternative if non-surgical, conservative treatments haven’t helped, and you are still in pain. Back surgery relieves leg pain or so call numbness that goes down both or one leg.
These consequences are usually caused by a compressed nerve in the spine. There are a couple of reasons why nerves may become compressed:
- overgrowth of bone
- disk problems
Usually, it is very difficult to determine the exact cause of back pain. Even with the help of X-rays and advanced technology, it’s still difficult.
Discus Hernia
A disc herniation occurs when the softer part, the so-called “jelly” of the disc, pierces the outside of the disc. It usually has the shape of a tear. A disc herniation can irritate the surrounding nerves causing severe pain, tingling, or weakness in the arms or legs. On the other hand, many people do not experience any changes or pain due to disc herniation. Most people with disc herniation do not need surgery to solve the problem.
Symptoms
Pain in the arm or leg: If your disc hernia is in the lower back, you will usually feel the most intense pain in the following areas: gluteus, thighs, or lower leg. You can also feel the pain in your foot. If your disc hernia is in the neck, the pain will be most intense in the shoulders and arms. This pain can “flash” in your arm or leg when you cough, sneeze or move your spine to a certain position.
Stiffness or tingling: People who have a disc herniation often feel stiffness or tingling in the part of the body where the affected nerve passes.
Weakness: The muscles associated with the affected nerve tend to weaken. This can prevent or interfere with your ability to lift or hold things.
Final Words
If you are dealing with frequent back pain, we strongly recommend you to visit the doctor as soon as possible, who will professionally advise you on the necessary steps to solve your back problems.