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At Bay State Pain Associates we understand the intricate design of the spine, nerves and soft tissues that can be injured or impacted by degenerative conditions. Utilizing advanced options in diagnostic tools to treatment, Dr Sherif Algendy, is a back pain specialist can offer relief for patients with back pain.

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Back Pain Specialist in Bridgewater, Massachusetts

Long-Lasting Pain Relief from back pain

How do you know if something is wrong with your spine?

Seek immediate medical care if you, or someone you are with, have middle back pain accompanied by chest pain, difficulty breathing, loss of bladder or bowel control, or numbness or paralysis in the arms or legs.

What organs can cause lower back pain?

As well, organs such as the kidneys, pancreas, colon, and uterus are located near your lower back. All of these can be responsible for pain in the left side of your lower back, so there are many potential causes. While many require treatment, most aren’t serious.

Back Pain and Spinal Pain

It is estimated that back pain and spinal pain could affect 80 percent of the population at some point in their lives. The spine is a vital structure that supports the body while providing enough flexibility for movement. 

What are some back diseases?

Degenerative spine and disc conditions: Arthritis. Degenerative disc disease.

Back Pain Causes

Back pain is often linked to an injury or spinal degeneration, a process of wear and tear of the joints, discs, nerve issues, ligaments, and bones in the spine. It is often a combination of several factors. Lower back pain alone can be caused by muscle spasms, sciatica, herniated discs, spondylosis and other spine conditions.

A diagnosis of back pain requires a complete evaluation from an affiliated pain specialist and aboard-certified physician with Bay State Pain Associates . Once the source of back and spinal pain is diagnosed, Dr Algendy will identify a non-surgical procedure to alleviate discomfort.

Back pain and spinal pain issues might include:

      • Degenerative Disc Disease.
      • Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy.
      • Facet Syndrome.
      • Fibromyalgia.
      • Herniated Disc.
      • Hip Arthritis.
      • Joint Arthritis.
      • Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS).
      • Lumbar Radiculopathy.
      • Neuropathic Pain.
      • Osteoarthritis.
      • Osteoporosis.
      • Post-Laminectomy Syndrome.
      • Scoliosis.
      • SI Joint Dysfunction.
      • Spinal Arthritis.
      • Spinal Compression Fractures.
      • Spinal Stenosis.
      • Spondylosis.

How do you know when it’s time to stop home remedies and see a physician?

If any of the following applies to your back pain, then it’s time to make an appointment with a doctor as soon as possible.

  1. if you’ve been experiencing pain for over a week, then it’s time to call a doctor. Your doctor will perform any examinations or tests required to help get to the bottom of your pain before it could become a bigger problem. As is the case with many health conditions, prevention and addressing problems early is key.
  2. If you’re experiencing severe back pain that is coupled with pain in other areas — such as shooting pain down your leg — then you should see a doctor. This could be a sign that you have sciatica, a form of pain that affects the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back and through the buttocks before branching down each leg. This condition usually results from a herniated disk. A doctor will be able to offer a variety of ways that you can relieve this pain.
  3.  Back pain accompanied by sensations of numbness, tingling or weakness could be a sign of nerve irritation or damage. This is especially true if the pain persists after taking over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers. Nerve pain is serious and can result in permanent damage or disability if left untreated.
  4. If you get into a car accident (even a minor one), or fall or experience any kind of injury that results in back pain, it’s time to see a professional. You may have a more serious problem, like a fracture, that needs to be addressed.
  5. If your back pain is paired with a loss of control over your bowels or urination, then it’s time to seek help immediately.
  6. If you experience sudden weight loss that can’t be explained by diet and lifestyle changes, then you should always pay attention to what your body is telling you. This is especially true when the unexplained weight loss is accompanied by back pain. See your doctor to rule out the possibility of a more severe condition, such as an infection or tumor.
  7. The flu can definitely make you run a fever and achiness, including in your back. However, if the fever is unresponsive to standard OTC medications, you could have a serious infection that needs treatment immediately. If you go to a doctor and they find an infection, they may prescribe antibiotics and a few days rest.

EVERYDAY CARE FOR BACK PAIN

How should I sleep with back pain?

Top 5 Sleeping Positions for Back Pain

Lying on your side in a fetal position. …

Lying on your back in a reclined position. …

Lying on your side with a pillow supporting your knees. …

Lying on your stomach with a pillow below your pelvis and lower abdomen. …

Lying flat on your back with a pillow underneath your knees.