Back Pain Causes / Symptoms

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We are the premier non-surgical spine clinic offering the most effective tools for treating acute and chronic back pain. Our healthcare team works together to create customized treatment programs, which result in lasting back pain relief. In addition, we have integrated our team approach with the most effective and revolutionary equipment and supports, allowing us to correctly deal with almost every back problem quickly, effectively and safely!

At the AIMS Clinic, we believe identifying the cause makes all the difference when seeking back pain relief! Our Pain Management Doctor (Physiatrist) treats a wide range of problems that affect the musculoskeletal system (the muscles and the bones) - including back pain. A Physiatrist or Pain Management Doctor, has completed four years of medical school, one year of internship and three years of residency. Physiatrists specialize in restoring optimal function to people with injuries to the muscles, bones, tissues and nervous system. This may include neck and back pain, shoulder and arm pain, hip and leg pain, numbness and tingling, arthritis, tendonitis, sciatica, stroke, peripheral neuropathy and ligament tears. He may recommend Physical Therapy, Chiropractic and/or Acupuncture, as part of a customized treatment program, once the cause is determined.

Finding this cause, begins with a thorough health history, understanding of the patient’s symptoms, along with a structural and muscular examination. Our Physical Therapy and Chiropractic Teams may perform a manual exam, palpate the spine and conduct specialized testing to analyze posture, range-of-motion, muscle strength and nerve function. Other diagnostic tests may include laboratory blood studies to determine if there is an underlying disorder, x-rays, CAT scan, MRI, electromyography and nerve conduction studies.    

It is important to understand that back pain symptoms can signify different things! For instance, the same symptom could indicate an inflammatory concern, nerve entrapment issue, disc or muscular problem - that is why finding the exact cause is so vital! For instance, one of the most common types of structural back pain is sciatica. Sciatica is not actually a condition, but a symptom of a back condition. The cause of sciatica may be due to Piriformis Syndrome (muscle imbalance in the lower back or pelvis causing a pulling or tugging), a herniated or bulging disc, Spondylolisthesis (disorder that usually affects the lumbar spine, characterized by one vertebra slipping forward over an adjacent vertebra) or spinal tumor. So as you can see, there are numerous causes of sciatica, each requiring a specific treatment plan.

Back pain is caused by many factors such as: Poor Posture (improper position when sitting, reading, sleeping or working at a computer), Injury (auto, sports or slip and fall), Improper Bending and Lifting Techniques, Inadequate Muscle Strength, Shortened Muscles, Strained Muscles or Ligaments, Scoliosis, Arthritis, Being Overweight, Facet Joint Syndrome, Pinched Nerve, Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, Bulging or Herniated Disc or Segmental Instability (excess movement between two vertebrae, causing pinching or irritation of the nerve roots). Many people find themselves with back pain after sitting for long periods of time - bending their head and neck forward, participating in sports without warming up or simply traveling frequently by plane.

Call New Jersey’s own Alternative Integrated Medical Services today at 732-254-5553 and receive a FREE Initial Consultation. Our goal is to provide the most advanced and compassionate pain relief. Our Team of Experts and friendly staff at your local East Brunswick, NJ AIMS Clinic, will help you reduce or eliminate pain and improve function. As our patient, we will teach you how to regain your health with our revolutionary new treatment program.

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