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Medications for Spine Arthritis

Medications are available for spine arthritis, and are usually some of the first options doctors consider when designing an arthritis treatment plan. The type of medication recommended will largely depend on the severity of the arthritis symptoms as well as the age and general health of the individual.

For mild to moderate arthritis pain, over-the-counter medications, such as ibuprofen and aspirin, are often recommended because they are inexpensive and come with relatively few side effects. Prescription medications can offer relief for people experiencing more severe pain; however, some of them are addictive and can have side effects when taken over an extended period. Ointments and creams, on the other hand, can be useful in treating inflammation and they come with few side effects since they’re applied locally to the skin. If none of these medications provide relief, other options include anti-inflammatory drugs and steroid injections.

It is important to note that you should always talk to your doctor before taking any pain medications for spine arthritis – even if you only plan to use an over-the-counter option.

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LSI can help

The pain associated with arthritis can seriously affect your life, but you don’t have to live with it forever. If you’ve tried medications for spine arthritis with no success, there are other safe and effective options. Minimally invasive surgeries, like those offered at Laser Spine Institute, work to treat symptoms of spinal arthritis and other back problems with a more than 85% success rate. Furthermore, our procedures cut risk and healing time to a fraction of what they would be with traditional back surgery. You can learn more about our innovative surgical procedures by visiting our FAQ page, where you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions our prospective patients ask. If you still have additional questions, contact us today and ask us about our free MRI or CT scan review.

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