Back and Spine Care:

 

Spinal Discomfort

The spine consists of three major sections, beginning with the cervical and descending into the thoracic and the lumbar. Below the lumbar spine is a bone called the sacrum, which is part of the pelvis. Spinal pain can have a variety of complex causes and should be treated by a medical professional.

Spinal injury/inflammation may generate pain that extends down the arm or the leg with associated numbness or tingling. There may be a change in bowel or bladder habits as well as an inability to sleep comfortably.

Diagnostic procedures may include X-rays or MRIs. Treatment will require modification of offending activity, medications and perhaps physical therapy.

Wellington Orthopaedics & Sportsmedicine has a dedicated spine team. For a complete list of physicians, click here.

The facts provided on these pages are general medical information and should not be considered medical advice. Be sure to see your doctor for complete diagnosis and treatment.