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Muscles or Spine? Finding the Source of Your Back Pain

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Back pain is one of the most frequent health complaints in the United States, but not all back pain is the same. For some people, discomfort stems from strained muscles or physical overuse; for others, it may signal an underlying spinal condition.

Knowing the difference matters, because the right diagnosis leads to the right treatment. Understanding whether your pain is muscular or spinal can help you take the next step toward effective relief — and we’re here to help. Continue reading “Muscles or Spine? Finding the Source of Your Back Pain” →

Does a Herniated Disc Require Surgery?

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Does a herniated disc require surgery? While the condition sounds serious—and often causes pain, numbness, or weakness—surgery isn’t always the answer. Sometimes referred to as a bulging, slipped, ruptured, or protruding disc, every year more than three million Americans suffer with a herniated disc. But the question remains: does everyone with a herniated disc need surgery? Let’s explore the options.

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Back Spasms: Causes and How to Find Relief

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You’re sitting quietly at a meeting or at dinner and you suddenly get up. At that moment you are hit with a crippling back cramp. You grab your back and wonder what the heck happened. It was probably a back spasm. It came on in just a second and lasted a minute or two before the pain began to diminish. If you have ever had one (or more than one), keep reading about back spasms, causes and how to find relief.

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Is My Back Pain Serious?

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If you experience on and off back pain, you are not alone. Many adults have pain in their back while doing certain chores, moving in awkward positions, or even putting on their shoes. In some cases the pain is not serious and will go away, however, there are instances where the pain is serious and you should seek care from a spine specialist like Texas Spine Associates in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex.

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When Should You See a Doctor for Back Spasms?

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Back spasms can strike unexpectedly, often with intense pain that can make even the simplest movements feel impossible. While they are common, understanding the causes and knowing when to seek medical help is crucial for effective treatment. Let’s explore the likely causes of back spasms and when it’s time to reach out to a spine specialist for further evaluation.

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What Is the Difference Between Sciatica and Sacroiliitis?

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80% of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lives. It may come from work issues, playing sports, or just putting on their shoes. Sciatica and sacroiliitis are common among these. Dull ache vs shooting pain is just one difference between the two conditions. The symptoms, causes, and treatments for these two conditions are different. What is the difference between sciatica and sacroiliitis?

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Back Pain After Surgery? Here’s What To Know

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We live in a world of instant gratification. After going through back surgery, most patients expect their back pain to disappear after surgery. They may think they will wake up, and the pain will be gone. In a lot of cases, some back pain is normal in the first 72 hours post surgery, so don’t panic. Let us describe what is normal and what is not. Back pain after surgery? Here’s what to know.

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Understanding the Difference Between Spinal Stenosis & Sciatica

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Let’s start with a quiz. 

Question 1: Do your symptoms go down one leg or both?

Question 2: How far down do the symptoms go?

Question 3: Do you feel better when you sit or stand?

Question 4: Does walking bring on your symptoms?

How you answered these questions will initially indicate whether you could have spinal stenosis or sciatica and will help with understanding the difference between spinal stenosis and sciatica.

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