Back Pain
SLIP DISC – This is a condition where there is problem with the disc, which is a rubbery material between the spinal vertebral bones.This can happen in any part of our spine, from neck to lower back. It happens when the soft inner part of the disc material (nucleus pulposus) gets extruded out of its covering layers (annulus). The lower back is one of the most common areas of disc prolapse. Our spinal column is an intricate network of nerves and blood vessels. Prolapsed disc can lead to extra pressure on the nerves exiting the spinal cord. This can lead to radiating pain to legs and foot and sometimes associated with numbness, tingling and burning sensation.
SCIATICA – Sciatica is pain radiating from lower back to one or both legs. Depending on where the sciatic nerve is affected, the pain may also extend to the foot or toes. For some people pain from sciatica can be severe and disabling. For others the sciatica pain might be infrequent but has the potential to worsen.
SPINAL STENOSIS – Spinal stenosis is narrowing of the space in our spine which can compress the spinal cord and nerves that travel through the spinal canal. It can happen in neck and back. Age related wear and tear of spine is the most common cause. Symptoms include heaviness in the legs, back pain, numbness, tingling and weakness in arms and legs. Pain increases after standing or walking and reduces with bending forward posture.
SACROILIAC JOINT ARTHROPATHY – Sacroiliitis is the inflammation of one or both sacroiliac joints. These are situated in the lower back, where our spinal column and hip bone connect. Sacroiliitis causes pain in buttocks or lower back which can extend down to one or both thighs and occassionally legs. Prolonged sitting can worsen the pain. This can be associated component of spondyloarthropathy. It can be due to age related degenerative changes in the joint which is common in geriatric population.