Receiving a Spondylitis Diagnosis � What Does it Mean?
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Article Title: Receiving a Spondylitis Diagnosis � What Does it Mean?
Author: Patrick Foote
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Spondylitis is a type of osteoarthritis that affects the sacroiliac joints in the pelvis and the facet joints in the spine. It�s a chronic condition that has no cure, and can cause a variety of uncomfortable symptoms. Patients often experience pain and stiffness in the back first thing in the morning or after long periods of inactivity. The joints often become inflamed, which can lead to neural compression. In severe cases of spondylitis, the vertebrae (the bone structures that house and protect the spinal cord) can fuse, and the ligaments in the neck and back can calcify. Because severe spondylitis can require a very complex and highly individualized treatment plan, this article will only focus on less severe cases of the condition.
Treatments for Spondylitis
Many patients who receive a spondylitis diagnosis are able to manage their pain and discomfort through conservative, nonsurgical means. This often entails the use of one or more of the following treatments:
NSAIDs � Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and naproxen can reduce inflammation and relieve pain. NSAIDs aren�t generally recommended for patients with some cardiovascular or gastrointestinal conditions.
Analgesics � If a patient is unable to take NSAIDs, his or her physician may instead recommend an analgesic like acetaminophen. Analgesics are typically effective at relieving pain but are less capable than NSAIDs of reducing inflammation. Patients with liver disease should consult their physicians before taking acetaminophen.
Prescription medications � In the event that over-the-counter medications prove ineffective, a physician may prescribe a narcotic pain reliever or muscle relaxant. Patients should use extreme caution with these drugs as they can be highly addictive.
Thermotherapy � Also commonly referred to as heat therapy, this treatment involves the application of a heating pad or other heat source to the neck or back. This sometimes helps reduce muscle tension, which commonly contributes to neural compression.
Cryotherapy � Also known as cold therapy, cryotherapy involves the application of ice to a painful or inflamed area of the body. Ice can reduce inflammation and is also effective at numbing pain.
Physical therapy (PT) � Strengthening and stretching specific muscles in the neck, back, and abdomen can sometimes help relieve the pressure being placed upon a compressed spinal nerve. Physical therapy also commonly entails transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), massage therapy, and various other treatment methods.
Weight loss � Overweight patients can sometimes benefit from shedding excess pounds. The neck and back are already faced with supporting a great deal of body weight, and every surplus pound can place undue stress on the facet joints and other spinal components. Before embarking on any weight-loss journey, patients should consult their physicians first.
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) � Though some CAM therapies aren�t recognized by the mainstream medical community as legitimate treatments, many patients rely on them to relieve the symptoms of spondylitis and other spinal conditions. Popular CAM therapies include acupuncture, restorative yoga, chiropractic manipulation, and the use of herbal supplements.
In the event that a patient�s symptoms persist � or worsen � despite following a nonsurgical treatment regimen for several weeks or months, his or her physician may recommend surgery.
About The Author: Patrick Foote is the Director of eBusiness at Laser Spine Institute, the leader in endoscopic spine surgery. Laser Spine Institute treats patients who have received a spondylitis diagnosis. http://www.laserspineinstitute.com/back_problems/spondylitis/my_diagnosis/
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Spondylitis is a type of osteoarthritis that affects the sacroiliac joints in the pelvis and the facet joints in the spine. It�s a chronic condition that has no cure, and can cause a variety of uncomfortable symptoms. Patients often experience pain and stiffness in the back first thing in the morning or after long periods of inactivity. The joints often become inflamed, which can lead to neural compression. In severe cases of spondylitis, the vertebrae (the bone structures that house and protect the spinal cord) can fuse, and the ligaments in the neck and back can calcify. Because severe spondylitis can require a very complex and highly individualized treatment plan, this article will only focus on less severe cases of the condition.
Treatments for Spondylitis
Many patients who receive a spondylitis diagnosis are able to manage their pain and discomfort through conservative, nonsurgical means. This often entails the use of one or more of the following treatments:
NSAIDs � Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and naproxen can reduce inflammation and relieve pain. NSAIDs aren�t generally recommended for patients with some cardiovascular or gastrointestinal conditions.
Analgesics � If a patient is unable to take NSAIDs, his or her physician may instead recommend an analgesic like acetaminophen. Analgesics are typically effective at relieving pain but are less capable than NSAIDs of reducing inflammation. Patients with liver disease should consult their physicians before taking acetaminophen.
Prescription medications � In the event that over-the-counter medications prove ineffective, a physician may prescribe a narcotic pain reliever or muscle relaxant. Patients should use extreme caution with these drugs as they can be highly addictive.
Thermotherapy � Also commonly referred to as heat therapy, this treatment involves the application of a heating pad or other heat source to the neck or back. This sometimes helps reduce muscle tension, which commonly contributes to neural compression.
Cryotherapy � Also known as cold therapy, cryotherapy involves the application of ice to a painful or inflamed area of the body. Ice can reduce inflammation and is also effective at numbing pain.
Physical therapy (PT) � Strengthening and stretching specific muscles in the neck, back, and abdomen can sometimes help relieve the pressure being placed upon a compressed spinal nerve. Physical therapy also commonly entails transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), massage therapy, and various other treatment methods.
Weight loss � Overweight patients can sometimes benefit from shedding excess pounds. The neck and back are already faced with supporting a great deal of body weight, and every surplus pound can place undue stress on the facet joints and other spinal components. Before embarking on any weight-loss journey, patients should consult their physicians first.
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) � Though some CAM therapies aren�t recognized by the mainstream medical community as legitimate treatments, many patients rely on them to relieve the symptoms of spondylitis and other spinal conditions. Popular CAM therapies include acupuncture, restorative yoga, chiropractic manipulation, and the use of herbal supplements.
In the event that a patient�s symptoms persist � or worsen � despite following a nonsurgical treatment regimen for several weeks or months, his or her physician may recommend surgery.
About The Author: Patrick Foote is the Director of eBusiness at Laser Spine Institute, the leader in endoscopic spine surgery. Laser Spine Institute treats patients who have received a spondylitis diagnosis. http://www.laserspineinstitute.com/back_problems/spondylitis/my_diagnosis/
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