Back Pain

CONDITIONS

Back pain is the feeling of discomfort, aching, or burning sensation in any part of your back. The pain may be localized in the affected area or could radiate to other parts of your body like arms and legs. The main problem with back pain is it may make it hard to bend, lift things, and do normal activities that require strenuous movements. Back pain also has the risk of turning into a chronic condition if it is left untreated.

Causes & Symptoms

The cause of back pain is mostly linked to the spine and its related structures, like vertebrae, disc, nerves, and surrounding groups of muscles. An injury in any part of the spine or the back muscles could cause pain such as muscle spasm, muscle strain, weakness, stiffness, and shooting nerve pain.

 

How We Can Help

The purpose of back pain treatment is to relieve your pain and restore your full range of mobility that is affected by the injury. In addition to manage and reduce inflammation associated with back pain using medications, additional treatment strategies can include physical therapy and sometimes surgery.

At the Men’s Vitality Center, our doctors will evaluate your symptoms to make an accurate diagnosis and develop a personalized treatment plan for you. You can make an appointment at one of our convenient locations in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Tempe or Glendale with one of our specialists. Our doctors look forward to meeting you!

Common Questions About Back Pain

When should you see a doctor about your back pain?

If your back pain is severe and lasts for more than 2 weeks, if you experience numbness or tingling in your arms and legs, if the pain keeps you from participating in daily activities or interrupts your sleep at night it is time to seek medical attention for your back. These symptoms indicate that your back pain could be caused by something serious and that you should see a doctor to address it quickly.

What causes back pain?

Back pain can be caused by a variety of reasons, which is why it is important to visit a doctor to identify the cause and develop a treatment plan. Common causes of back pain include a herniated disc, osteoporosis, bone infection, sciatica nerve pain, arthritis or a ruptured disc or fractured vertebrae.

Back Pain Treatment Clinics

Valley-Wide Locations in Arizona to Best Serve You

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VitalityInternalMedicine-Glendale
Glendale, AZ
VitalityInternalMedicine-Tempe-Exterior
Tempe, AZ
VitalityInternalMedicine-Phoenix-Exterior
Phoenix, AZ