Whether your lower back pain comes from a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, muscle strain, radiculopathy, or something else, you deserve to live pain-free. At Seaside Spine and Pain Wilmington, our team can help you feel your best again. Call our office to book your appointment now.

Lower Back Pain Q & A:

What are the different types of lower back pain?

Lower back pain is a common condition that affects many people at some point in their lives. There are different types of lower back pain, each with its own set of symptoms and causes. Some of the most common kinds of back pain are:

Acute Lower Back Pain

Sciatica

Sciatica is a type of lower back pain that is caused by pressure on the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down to the legs. This type of pain is typically felt on one side of the body and can cause a shooting or burning sensation down the leg.

Radicular Pain

Radicular pain is a type of lower back pain that is caused by compression or irritation of a spinal nerve root. This type of pain can cause numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs or feet.

Herniated Disc

A herniated disc occurs when one of the soft, jelly-like discs between the vertebrae in the spine bulges or ruptures, putting pressure on nearby nerves. This can cause pain, numbness, or weakness in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. Herniated discs are often caused by wear and tear on the spine or by sudden trauma to the lower back.

Muscle Strains

A muscle strain occurs when a muscle or tendon in the lower back is stretched or torn. This can cause pain, stiffness, and muscle spasms in the lower back. Muscle strains are often caused by sudden twisting or lifting, or by repetitive motions that put strain on the lower back muscles.

Pain After Back or Lumbar Surgery

Pain after back or lumbar surgery, also called failed back surgery syndrome or post-laminectomy syndrome, can prove to be debilitating. You might experience pain after back or lumbar surgery because of a new injury, ineffective healing after surgery, or undergoing the wrong type of surgery for your condition. Treatment options for pain after back or lumbar surgery include epidural injections, nerve blocks or radio frequency ablation.  More advanced procedures that provide long-term relief of this pain.

How is lower back pain treated?

Lower back pain can be treated through a variety of pain management techniques. Pain management for lower back pain often involves a multi-disciplinary approach that includes a combination of medications, physical therapy, interventional procedures, and alternative therapies. Our team at Seaside Spine & Pain Wilmington will help you develop the best treatment plan for your needs. Some of the many options are:

• MILD (minimally invasive lumbar decompression) by Vertos Medical
• Spinal cord stimulator implant (trial procedure) to modify nerve pain signals
• Spinal cord stimulation to block lower back pain sensations
• Radiofrequency neurotomy of the lumbar facets for facet joint pain
• Epidural Steroid Injections
• Physical therapy
• Acupuncture

It is important to note that pain management for lower back pain is often a personalized approach, and what works for one person may not work for another. Our team can help determine which treatment options are right for you based on your individual needs and preferences.