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Lower Back Pain Specialist

Western Orthopaedics, P.C. Our Services Lower Back Pain

Western Orthopaedics, P.C.

Orthopedic Surgeons & Physical Therapists located in Denver, CO

Lower back pain affects 80% of the population in the United States at any given time, and 20% of those with acute lower back pain go on to struggle with chronic problems. At Western Orthopaedics, P.C., experienced health care providers specialize in lower back pain, helping patients in Denver, Colorado find sustainable solutions that restore their quality of life. To schedule your appointment for lower back pain, call or request online.

Lower Back Pain Q & A

What are the most common causes of lower back pain?

Your lower back is constantly at work as it supports your upper body and provides range of motion. At the heart of your lower back is your lumbar spine, which is made up of five large vertebrae that are surrounded by a network of supportive tissues, including:

  • Muscles
  • Tendons
  • Ligaments
  • Discs

In addition to its musculoskeletal role, your lower back is also home to a number of nerve roots that branch out from your lumbar spine, which accounts for some of the reasons why lower back pain is so prevalent.

The most common causes of lower back pain include:

  • A compressed or pinched nerve, including sciatica
  • Muscle strain
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Herniated or ruptured disc
  • Arthritis
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Injury
  • Osteoporosis

This list includes both acute and degenerative conditions, but no matter the source of your lower back pain, the goal at Western Orthopaedics is to help you find relief.

How is lower back pain diagnosed?

After reviewing your symptoms, your spinal specialist at Western Orthopaedics, P.C., typically turns to diagnostic imaging, including in-house X-rays, to get a closer look at what’s going on inside your lower back. If they need a more detailed view, they may order an MRI or CT scan.

With this information, your doctor is able to identify the cause of your lower back pain and get you started on an appropriate treatment plan.

What are my treatment options for lower back pain?

The spine specialists at Western Orthopaedics, P.C., prefer to start out conservatively when addressing lower back pain, which means they turn to:

  • Anti-inflammatory and prescription medications
  • Hot and cold therapies
  • Physical therapy
  • Rest

Should your pain persist, your doctor may turn to more aggressive solutions, such as:

  • Epidural steroid injections
  • Radiofrequency ablation
  • Discectomy
  • Laminectomy
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Spinal fusion

Ultimately, your treatment depends upon your unique circumstances, and your doctor ensures that you fully understand your options every step of the way. If you require surgery, rest assured that the doctors use the latest minimally invasive techniques to help speed your recovery and minimize collateral tissue damage.

To learn more about remedying lower back pain, call Western Orthopaedics, P.C., or request an appointment using the online scheduler.