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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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Lumbar Facet Syndrome Symptoms

If you have been diagnosed with lumbar facet syndrome, the symptoms you may experience will affect your lower back, buttocks, thighs, and possibly your lower legs and feet. Facet syndrome, also known as spinal arthritis, is a condition in which the cartilage of the vertebral facet joints breaks down due to age, injury, or repetitive actions. The ends of the facet joints may then begin to uncomfortably rub against each other and bone spurs (osteophytes) may develop. The resulting symptoms can include the following:

Lower back pain
Tenderness
Stiffness
Radiating pain down the buttocks or back of the thighs
Pain when twisting or arching the lower back

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Treatments

Your doctor may initially suggest conservative (nonsurgical) treatments to help alleviate the symptoms associated with lumbar facet syndrome. These may include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), physical therapy, hot and cold therapy, posture modification, and muscle relaxants. Alternative treatments such as acupuncture, herbal supplements, massage, and chiropractic adjustments may also be helpful in treating facet joint discomfort.

An Additional Treatment Option

If conservative and alternative treatments have not effectively alleviated your lumbar facet syndrome symptoms, consider learning more about Laser Spine Institute. Our minimally invasive procedures use advanced endoscopic techniques to treat a variety of spinal conditions, such as facet syndrome, bulging or herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and sciatica. Our laser-assisted procedures have helped tens of thousands of people find relief from back and neck pain. If you’d like more information about our procedures and how we maintain a 90 percent patient satisfaction rate, contact Laser Spine Institute.

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

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