Exploring Conservative Spinal Treatments
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Author: J Soland
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There are many different spine conditions that can affect the neck or back. The majority of them result from the natural degenerative changes that take place in the spine as part of the natural aging process. While an individual with a spine condition may not be aware of its existence because no pain is felt, others may experience different levels of discomfort. For example, an individual with facet joint disease (spinal arthritis) may experience moderate pain, inflammation, and stiffness in the back or neck, while another individual with a herniated disc that�s compressing a spinal nerve root could experience severe shooting pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in one or both legs.
Treating these symptoms isn�t an exact science, particularly because of the variance in symptoms from one patient to another. However, it�s safe to say that the majority of physicians treating patients with spine conditions will first recommend a conservative (nonsurgical) approach.
Common Conservative Treatments
Conservative treatments are widely regarded throughout the mainstream medical community as effective methods for reducing the discomfort caused by a spine condition. What works for one patient may not work for another, so it�s important to keep in mind that a period of trial and error may be necessary for a patient to find just the right combination of therapies.
The following are some of the most common conservative therapies used to treat spine conditions:
� Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) � Over-the-counter or prescription NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen help reduce inflammation and relieve mild to moderate pain.
� Physical therapy � A patient may perform strengthening and stretching exercises to improve core strength and flexibility. Physical therapy may also entail TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation), thermotherapy, cryotherapy, and other methods.
� Thermotherapy � This treatment method involves using heat sources (heating pads, warm water, etc.) to help promote nutrient- and oxygen-rich blood flow to an affected area of the spine, as well as ease muscle tension.
� Cryotherapy � This method involves using ice or cold compresses on the affected region of the spine to help numb pain and reduce inflammation. Oftentimes, a physician will recommend that cryotherapy and thermotherapy are used alternately.
� Muscle relaxants � These medications can help relieve muscle tension and spasticity, which can account for a significant amount of a patient�s neck and back discomfort.
� Narcotic pain medication � Opiates such as hydrocodone and codeine are sometimes prescribed to treat moderate to severe pain.
� Corticosteroid injections � A mix of anesthetic for pain relief and steroids to treat inflammation may be injected into a painful facet joint or directly into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord.
� Anti-anxiety medications � In addition to reducing the anxiety that neck and back pain can cause, these medications can also promote muscle relaxation and help block nerve pain.
Additional Options
Some patients may also choose to explore some treatments that are categorized as complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). These types of treatments are not recognized by members of the mainstream medical community as being effective methods of symptom mitigation, but many patients report finding significant relief from a regimen of CAM treatments, whether used in lieu of or in conjunction with conservative methods. Some of the most popular alternative treatments include massage, acupuncture, acupressure, Reiki, aromatherapy, herbal therapy, and others.
Talk to Your Physician
If you�re suffering from neck or back pain and other symptoms caused by a spine condition, it�s important to consult your primary care physician before starting any treatment regimen on your own. Without guidance, mixing two medications or performing an exercise improperly could be detrimental to your pain relief efforts or worsen your symptoms. Additionally, if you choose to explore CAM treatments, it will be in your best interest to also consult with a CAM professional.
About The Author: John Soland is an experienced writer who is able to offer advice and insight on a multitude of topics, including those pertaining to spinal treatments http://www.lsiphilly.com/
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Article Title: Exploring Conservative Spinal Treatments
Author: J Soland
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There are many different spine conditions that can affect the neck or back. The majority of them result from the natural degenerative changes that take place in the spine as part of the natural aging process. While an individual with a spine condition may not be aware of its existence because no pain is felt, others may experience different levels of discomfort. For example, an individual with facet joint disease (spinal arthritis) may experience moderate pain, inflammation, and stiffness in the back or neck, while another individual with a herniated disc that�s compressing a spinal nerve root could experience severe shooting pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in one or both legs.
Treating these symptoms isn�t an exact science, particularly because of the variance in symptoms from one patient to another. However, it�s safe to say that the majority of physicians treating patients with spine conditions will first recommend a conservative (nonsurgical) approach.
Common Conservative Treatments
Conservative treatments are widely regarded throughout the mainstream medical community as effective methods for reducing the discomfort caused by a spine condition. What works for one patient may not work for another, so it�s important to keep in mind that a period of trial and error may be necessary for a patient to find just the right combination of therapies.
The following are some of the most common conservative therapies used to treat spine conditions:
� Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) � Over-the-counter or prescription NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen help reduce inflammation and relieve mild to moderate pain.
� Physical therapy � A patient may perform strengthening and stretching exercises to improve core strength and flexibility. Physical therapy may also entail TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation), thermotherapy, cryotherapy, and other methods.
� Thermotherapy � This treatment method involves using heat sources (heating pads, warm water, etc.) to help promote nutrient- and oxygen-rich blood flow to an affected area of the spine, as well as ease muscle tension.
� Cryotherapy � This method involves using ice or cold compresses on the affected region of the spine to help numb pain and reduce inflammation. Oftentimes, a physician will recommend that cryotherapy and thermotherapy are used alternately.
� Muscle relaxants � These medications can help relieve muscle tension and spasticity, which can account for a significant amount of a patient�s neck and back discomfort.
� Narcotic pain medication � Opiates such as hydrocodone and codeine are sometimes prescribed to treat moderate to severe pain.
� Corticosteroid injections � A mix of anesthetic for pain relief and steroids to treat inflammation may be injected into a painful facet joint or directly into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord.
� Anti-anxiety medications � In addition to reducing the anxiety that neck and back pain can cause, these medications can also promote muscle relaxation and help block nerve pain.
Additional Options
Some patients may also choose to explore some treatments that are categorized as complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). These types of treatments are not recognized by members of the mainstream medical community as being effective methods of symptom mitigation, but many patients report finding significant relief from a regimen of CAM treatments, whether used in lieu of or in conjunction with conservative methods. Some of the most popular alternative treatments include massage, acupuncture, acupressure, Reiki, aromatherapy, herbal therapy, and others.
Talk to Your Physician
If you�re suffering from neck or back pain and other symptoms caused by a spine condition, it�s important to consult your primary care physician before starting any treatment regimen on your own. Without guidance, mixing two medications or performing an exercise improperly could be detrimental to your pain relief efforts or worsen your symptoms. Additionally, if you choose to explore CAM treatments, it will be in your best interest to also consult with a CAM professional.
About The Author: John Soland is an experienced writer who is able to offer advice and insight on a multitude of topics, including those pertaining to spinal treatments http://www.lsiphilly.com/
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