Lower Back Pain Doctor Dallas

When Should I see a lower back pain specialist?

It’s important to see a specialist for lower back pain in certain situations:

1. Persistent Pain: If your pain doesn’t improve with rest and over-the-counter treatments after a few weeks.

2. Severe Pain: If the pain is severe and doesn’t get better with rest.

3. Radiating Pain: If the pain extends down your legs, especially below the knee. This can be a sign of sciatica or nerve damage.

4. Weakness, Numbness, or Tingling: In your legs or feet, as this could indicate nerve compression.

5. Unexplained Weight Loss: If you are losing weight without trying, it could be a sign of a more serious underlying condition.

6. Fever: If your back pain is accompanied by a high fever.

7. Trauma: If your back pain started after a fall, an accident, or other injury.

8. Bowel or Bladder Problems: If you experience changes in bladder or bowel control.

9. History of Cancer: If you have a history of cancer and develop new back pain.

10. Night Pain: If you experience pain that is worse at night or when you are lying down.

11. Age Factor: If you are over 50 and experiencing new or increased back pain.

12. Other Health Issues: Such as osteoporosis or a weakened immune system.

In these situations, it’s advisable to consult a healthcare professional promptly for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. Early intervention can be crucial in managing the condition effectively.

What Causes lower back pain?

Lower back pain often results from musculoskeletal injuries, especially in athletes and young to middle-aged adults. As you age, lower back pain is more likely due to degenerative changes from daily stress on your back, such as:

• Herniated Disc: When a disc in your spine slips out of place and presses on your nerves. Learn more about herniated discs
• Osteoarthritis: The wearing down of protective cartilage on your joints. Check out more on PRP for osteoarthritis.
• Bone Spurs: Bony projections that develop along the edges of bones, often at the joints. Here’s the scoop on bone spurs
• Spinal Stenosis: The narrowing of spaces within your spine, putting pressure on the nerves. Get the details on spinal stenosis
• Degenerative Disc Disease: The breakdown of discs that cushion your vertebrae over time. Find out more about degenerative disc disease

These conditions can compress spinal nerves, causing inflammation and pain.

How Can I Relieve Lower Back Pain Fast?

Physical therapy is an effective treatment for quickly relieving lower back pain. Through personalized exercise programs, physical therapy strengthens the muscles supporting your lower back, improves flexibility, and reduces pain. Techniques such as manual therapy, stretching, and posture training help alleviate tension, enhance mobility, and prevent future pain.

In addition to exercises, physical therapists educate patients on proper body mechanics and self-management strategies, empowering them to manage their condition at home and prevent recurrences. This comprehensive approach not only provides immediate relief but also promotes long-term back health. 

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, offered by Dr. Ghalambour at Nortex Spine and Joint in Allen, Texas, is a minimally invasive treatment that helps relieve lower back pain by promoting tissue repair and reducing inflammation. PRP is derived from your own blood and contains a high concentration of growth factors that stimulate cell growth and accelerate the healing process. When injected into the affected area, PRP helps regenerate damaged tissues, reduce inflammation, and enhance blood flow, leading to faster recovery and sustained pain relief.

PRP therapy is particularly effective for conditions like degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, and spinal stenosis. It offers a quick recovery time with minimal risk of complications, providing long-term benefits by addressing the root causes of lower back pain. For more information or to see if PRP therapy is right for you, learn more about Nortex Spine and Joint or schedule a consultation with Dr. Ghalambour.