Brooklyn, NY

Millions of people suffer from back, neck, or spine pain each year, but most conditions are treatable. When you are looking to alleviate your back pain in Brooklyn, contact the board-certified spine surgeons at New Jersey Spine & Orthopedic. Our team of neurologists, neurosurgeons, and orthopedic specialists will diagnose and treat your condition using the latest research and state-of-the-art technology.

If you do not know where your pain is coming from, complete our Pain Assessment Tool. Then, discover the treatment best for you through our Treatment Finder. Our doctors even offer free MRI scan reviews. No matter your condition, NJ Spine & Orthopedic is here to help you!

Why Does My Back Hurt?

More than 80% of the population will experience some sort of back pain in their lifetime. However, not everyone will experience discomfort for the same reason. Some may feel back pain working out too much, causing stress and sprains on their muscles. Conversely, others may experience pain from sitting for long periods at work. Doctors can identify these conditions through testing and monitoring. Some common conditions linked to back pain include:

• Degenerative disc disease is when the discs between the vertebrae shrink or tear, causing the bones to rub together.
• Spinal stenosis means your spinal cord has narrowed, which adds pressure to the spine and nerves. You may feel numbness in your legs or shoulders as a result of spinal stenosis.
• Herniated and slipped discs occur when the inner disc punctures through the outer ring, causing severe discomfort in your lower back.

Even though some pain comes from personal injury or age, health factors like obesity, stress, and inflammation may also be a reason why your back, neck, or spine is causing you discomfort.

When to See a Doctor About Your Back Pain

Most back pain will resolve itself within a few weeks without treatment. In the meantime, make sure you rest, but do not stay in bed all day. Doing so may worsen your condition. Instead, take aspirin, go for short walks, or do light stretches to alleviate pain.

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you should seek medical care right away. It might be a sign of a more serious health condition.

• Fever
• Unexplained weight loss
• Pain, numbness, or tingling in one or both legs
• Loss of bladder or bowel control

Additionally, contact a doctor if your pain results from an accident, such as a car crash or slip and fall.

Procedures Offered at NJ Spine & Orthopedic

The back doctors at NJ Spine & Orthopedic offer several treatment options to combat spine and back conditions. Some of the most common procedures we offer include:

• Artificial disc replacement: A doctor replaces degenerated discs in the lower part of the spinal column with a metal or plastic artificial replacement. This is an alternative to the more common spinal fusion surgery.
• Bursectomy: A bursa is most likely infected if you are suffering from joint pain. The bursa is a small, fluid-filled sac that protects the joints and enables them to move. Surgeons will remove the infected bursa in this procedure.
• Coccygectomy: You might have injured your tailbone if you experience sharp pain when you bend or sit down. Because you do not need the coccyx, doctors will remove the broken tailbone.
• Microdiscectomy: This surgery removes portions of a herniated disc. The removal should remove pressure from the nerves and relieve back and leg pain.

We understand that many people wish to avoid surgery, so our doctors will always treat conservative healing methods first. Our doctors may use physical therapy, heating, and ice packs, or pain relief medications. If these methods do not work, you can be confident that our surgeons will use the latest minimally invasive techniques to reduce pain and encourage a speedy recovery.

Choose the Skilled Back Doctors in Brooklyn, NY

Do not let back pain control your life, and call the experienced spine surgeons in Brooklyn, New York. Whether your condition is minor or more serious, the team at NJ Spine & Orthopedic will do everything possible to alleviate your pain and discomfort. To learn more about our services or schedule an appointment, call (866) 272-9271 or complete our contact form.