Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons adults seek medical care, ranging from a dull, persistent ache to sharp, activity-limiting flare-ups. It frequently arises from degenerative disc disease, facet-joint arthritis, or muscular strain as the lumbar spine’s cushioning discs wear with age and stress.
Request a consultationSymptoms of Lower Back Pain
- ✓Aching or stiffness across the lower back
- ✓Sharp pain with bending, lifting, or twisting
- ✓Pain that worsens after prolonged sitting or standing
- ✓Muscle spasms in the lower back
- ✓Reduced flexibility and difficulty with daily tasks
What causes Lower Back Pain?
Common drivers include degenerative disc disease, lumbar facet arthritis, muscle and ligament strain, and age-related wear. Sedentary habits, heavy lifting, and core weakness increase the risk.
How Dr. Taheem treats Lower Back Pain
Dr. Taheem identifies whether the pain comes from the discs, facet joints, or surrounding structures, then offers lumbar epidural steroid injections, facet medial branch blocks and radiofrequency ablation, and regenerative options such as PRP to reduce inflammation and rebuild function.
Related procedures: Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection · Medial Branch Nerve Blocks · Medial Branch Radiofrequency · Platelet Rich Plasma & Hyaluronic Acid
Frequently asked questions
How long should lower back pain last before I seek help?
Back pain that lasts more than a few weeks, recurs frequently, or radiates into the legs warrants an interventional pain assessment to pinpoint and treat the source.
Will I need surgery for lower back pain?
Most lower back pain is managed successfully without surgery using image-guided injections, radiofrequency treatments, and a structured exercise plan.
Find relief from lower back pain
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