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Lumbar Spine Arthritis

Lumbar spine arthritis is one of the major causes of lower back pain, especially in older patients. This condition is essentially defined as degeneration and inflammation of one or more joints in the lumbar spine, which is located in the lower back. While it is considered a natural part of getting older, the pain and stiffness of spine arthritis can greatly limit one’s ability to lead a carefree, active lifestyle, so those who have this condition are often searching for the most advanced and effective treatments available.

Symptoms of lumbar spine arthritis include stiffness or pain in the lower back as well as inflammation and swelling of the joints. Some people also experience pain that radiates throughout the buttocks, thighs, and pelvic area. Oftentimes, spine arthritis symptoms are most pronounced after long periods of inactivity or after prolonged strenuous activities. If you have been diagnosed with spine arthritis, your doctor may recommend you avoid certain activities that could place added stress on the lumbar spine, or you may be required to wear a support brace during such activities.

There is no cure for arthritis; however, there are several effective options for treating symptoms of the disease. Some of these options include weight loss, exercise, chiropractic therapy, and massage. Cases of severe arthritis can require spinal injections, prescription medications, or physical therapy. If conservative treatment methods fail to provide relief of symptoms, surgery is an option.

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Next Steps...

If you’ve tried conservative treatments but are still experiencing pain and loss of mobility due to lumbar spine arthritis, it may be time to consider back surgery. Luckily, you have a variety of surgical treatments to choose from, including minimally invasive procedures that provide exceptional results without as many side effects as traditional back surgery. Laser Spine Institute (LSI) offers minimally invasive endoscopic procedures that can be performed in an outpatient setting with local anesthesia, so recovery time is drastically reduced. If you’re ready to start living a life free of pain and would like more information on how LSI can help you, contact us today.

Please note: Laser Spine Institute currently does not perform endoscopic procedures on the thoracic spine.