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Laser Spine Institute's minimally invasive procedures are the safe and effective alternative to open neck or back surgery.

Our revolutionary endoscopic surgical techniques are proven to help patients return to their normal, active lifestyles. Every month, more people come to Laser Spine Institute for help in relieving their neck and back pain than to any other spine surgery center in the world.
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Lumbago

Lumbago refers to general lower back pain. There are many different structures in your lumbar region that can experience lumbago including muscles, ligaments, bones, facet joints, and vertebral discs and nerves. You can learn more about disorders related to the lower back by visiting our lumbar degenerative disc disease page.

Lumbago is a very common problem for people of all ages. In fact, it’s been estimated that up to 60% of Americans suffer annually from some form of low back pain. The three most common causes of lumbago are:

Aging of the spine’s discs
Injuries including strains, sprains, and fractures
Underlying spinal conditions such as spondylosis or a herniated disc

Possible effects of lumbago include sensations of tingling, numbness, or weakness, or a dull to sharp shooting pain down your thigh and leg. Typically, the pain starts slowly and affects only one side at a time. The term for this type of pain is sciatica. Visit our sciatica overview page for an in-depth look into this symptom. Patients may also experience pain when coughing, sneezing, or even laughing.

Consult your healthcare provider if you notice any of these symptoms. He or she can determine the cause of your suffering and can recommend treatment options including:

Anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen
Hot or cold packs
Stretching and strengthening exercises
Rest

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In some cases, patients may not respond to conservative treatments. Fortunately, there are other options available for pain relief including the state-of-the-art, minimally invasive procedures performed at Laser Spine Institute. With a quicker recuperation period than other treatments like open-back surgery, you can return to a fully functioning lifestyle in no time! Contact us today for a free MRI or CT scan review and to receive more information about our institute.

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

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