Back Pain Specialists
We understand how debilitating Back pain can be. It can make it hard to concentrate at work, enjoy time with your family or even get a good night’s sleep. That’s why we offer the latest in back pain relief treatments to help you get your life back.
Call us today to make an appointment with Empire Pain Management, Minimally Invasive Spine & Orthopedic Specialists proudly serving patients across New York and New Jersey, including communities such as Plainview, Ronkonkoma, New Hyde Park, Montville, and Plainfield.
Back Pain Overview
Back pain can also be caused by injury or illness. Depending on the cause, there are different treatments available. For example, physical therapy can help reduce pain and strengthen muscles, while medications may reduce inflammation or relax muscles. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to correct an underlying problem. Additionally, massage and other alternative medicine, such as acupuncture, can help relieve pain and improve mobility. It is essential for people with back pain to talk with their doctor about which treatment options are best for them. With proper care, most cases of back pain can be managed successfully without any long-term effects on health. If you think you are experiencing back pain due to a medical condition or injury, please feel free to contact us and schedule an appointment
Common Causes of Back Pain
A wide range of factors can cause back pain. The most common causes of back pain include:
- Poor posture: Sitting or standing for long periods with bad postures, such as slouching, can cause strain on the muscles and joints in your back.
- Overuse or repetitive motions: Injuries resulting from repetitive motions such as lifting heavy objects, playing sports, gardening or construction work can lead to back pain.
- Injury or trauma: Events such as car accidents or falls often cause injury-related severe back pain. This type of pain should always be evaluated by a doctor immediately since it may require more specialized treatment than other types of back pain.
- Osteoarthritis: This condition is caused by the deterioration of cartilage between your joints and can cause pain in the lower back.
- Bone spurs or herniated discs: These conditions are usually caused by wear and tear on your spine with age or injury, causing nerve root impingement which leads to back pain.
- Stress: Both physical and mental stress can contribute to back pain due to tension in the muscles surrounding the spine. Uncontrolled anxiety can also lead to persistent aches and pains in the back.
- Poor sleeping habits: Lack of quality sleep can put additional strain on already stressed-out muscles, leading to more chronic back pain over time
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Back Pain Symptoms
Back pain can vary from person to person. Symptoms may include:
- Muscle ache -Soreness and stiffness in the back that worsens with movement or when sitting for long periods of time.
- Pain radiating down one or both legs, sometimes reaching the feet
- Sharp or dull aching pains in the lower back area
- Loss of mobility due to tight muscles around the spine
- Difficulty standing straight without pain
- Low back pain that comes on suddenly and lasts more than 6 weeks (chronic low back pain)
- In severe cases, symptoms may include numbness or tingling along the nerve pathways in your arms, legs, chest, and abdomen.
Common Back Pain Conditions
There are many common conditions that can cause back pain. Some of the most common include:
- Muscle strains: This can occur when the muscles in the back are stretched or torn due to overuse or improper use.
- Lumbar herniated disc: This condition occurs when the gel-like substance inside a spinal disc rupture and pushes against the spinal cord and nerves, causing pain.
- Osteoarthritis: This is a degenerative joint disease that can cause pain and stiffness in the back.
- Degenerative disc disease: This occurs when the discs in the spine begin to break down and deteriorate, leading to pain and discomfort.
- Spinal stenosis: This condition occurs when the spaces in the spine narrow, putting pressure on the nerves and causing pain.
- Sciatica: This is a type of pain that is caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back through the buttocks and down the legs.
- Scoliosis: This is a condition in which the spine is curved to the side, causing back pain and discomfort.
Signs of Back Conditions
There are several signs and symptoms that may indicate a person has a back condition. These may include:
- Pain or discomfort in the back, which may be constant or intermittent
- Stiffness or reduced range of motion in the back
- Muscle spasms or cramping in the back
- Weakness or numbness in the legs or arms
- Difficulty standing or walking
- Difficulty with bowel or bladder control
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important to see a doctor or other healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Back pain is a common problem that can affect people of all ages. However, some groups of people are more likely to experience back pain than others. These include:
- People who are overweight or obese
- People who have sedentary jobs that involve sitting for long periods of time
- People who engage in activities that involve lifting, pushing, or pulling heavy objects
- People who have poor posture
- Women who are pregnant
- People who are under a lot of stress
- People who smoke
- People who have certain medical conditions, such as osteoporosis or arthritis
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Meet Our Team Of Doctors
Dr. James Yu
Board Certified Anesthesiologist
Board Certified Interventional
Pain Management Physician
Dylan J. O'Rourke
Certified Physician Assistant
Pain Condition We Treat
Improve your quality of life with our comprehensive approach to pain management
We are dedicated to finding individualized treatment options tailored to fit your needs. Our team is dedicated to helping you lead a productive and active life, free from pain and disruption.
We use an integrative approach to conduct a comprehensive evaluation and assess your condition.
Physical examination and review of your medical history. We assess the cause of your pain, determine its severity and duration, and help you develop an individualized treatment plan.
We provide a range of treatments and procedures to address your chronic pain. These include nerve blocks, injections, physical therapy, implantable therapies and more. We also offer health education to help you better manage your condition.