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Degenerative Joint Disease Medication

Degenerative joint disease medication is often recommended to patients who suffer from significant pain as a result of arthritis of the spine. However, prior to taking any medication it is important that you meet with your doctor because there are a number of different potential medications to consider, each with their own benefits and disadvantages. Arthritis medication can come in both over-the-counter or prescription form, depending on the individual medication.

Types of Medication

Some examples of degenerative joint disease medication include:

• Acetaminophen – acetaminophen is usually the first medication taken for arthritis because it is gentle on the body and doesn’t carry many potential side effects.
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs – NSAIDS, including ibuprofen, are effective at reducing soft tissue inflammation that can contribute to pain.
• Muscle relaxants – alleviates spasms and relaxes the muscles around the back or neck.
• Corticosteroids – epidural injections may be recommended to provide pain relief and alleviate swelling in the short-term.
• Topical creams – certain skin creams may also be applied to reduce arthritic pain.

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To determine which treatment plan is best for you, it is important that you visit your doctor. Medications have different potential side effects, and they may not interact well with medications that you are currently taking. This is why your doctor should be the one to determine which medication is right for your exact circumstances.

Further Treatment

If you continue to experience back or neck pain as a result of degenerative joint disease, and medication doesn’t provide you with sufficient relief, contact Laser Spine Institute to learn how one of our advanced, minimally invasive endoscopic procedures may be able to help. Our outpatient procedures are an appealing alternative to open spine surgery because they can alleviate arthritic pain without requiring the installation of hardware and grafts. Let us help you rediscover your life without back and neck pain.

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