Monday, August 8, 2016

Spine problems triggering from the facet joints

Facet joint disorders are counted among the most common of the all the recurring, neck and disabling low back problems, and they can trigger some serious symptoms as well as disability among patients.  This is in such a situation that you need to seek the advice of orthopedic surgeon for joint disease Atlanta.

Conditions which similar to problems related to facet joints

It might be interesting to know that when the acute cervical or lumbar facet joint inflammation takes place at its peak, the symptoms you experience might be similar to that of herniated disc, a fracture, a deep infection or a torn muscle in the lower back or in the spine. It can, sometimes, also case acute intra-abdominal problem. Without any doubt such episodes can be extremely frightening as well as disabling.

Contrary to it, problems in the abdominal area might also mimic deep anterior neck problems and lumbar facet joint problems. Hence, need for good diagnostic arises. Arthritis as a source of pain as well as facet degeneration can also be the cause, and thus should be examined properly.
Correct diagnosis is extremely important in case you are experiencing pain in lower back or neck on a regular basis. It is only when a surgeon identifies the root cause of problem that he recommends right spine treatment Atlanta.

Symptoms vary from one person to the other. However some of the most common symptoms experienced by patients are mentioned below:

  •          Acute occurrences of cervical and lumbar facet joint are intermittent, usually go   unpredictable, and occur only for a few times every month
  •       You will experience discomfort and uneasiness while leaning backward
  •      Low back pain which triggers from the facet joints often goes down the back of the leg and into the buttocks. Patients might rarely experience pain in arms and fingers.
Seeking advice of experienced orthopedic surgeons like Dr. Erik Bendiks can help patients get rid of joint disease Atlanta. He recommends spine treatment Atlanta after examining a patient carefully. 


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