Even though back pain can occur without underlying conditions, there are many diseases that do cause back pain. According to The Arthritis Foundation, 80% of back pain last between one to seven days and many of the others become diagnosed as a chronic condition.
This month, our team is doing an extensive 4 part series on the diseases associated with back pain. If you’ve been diagnosed with any of these conditions and would like a second opinion or if you are in search of additional treatment options, call Spine Center of Texas today!
Arthritis
The lower back is the most common site of arthritis back pain. This pain is often accompanied by pain, swelling, and stiffness. Arthritis is difficult to self-diagnose and if left untreated it could get more painful or even cause you to lose mobility. Here are a few common types of arthritis that may be contributing to the back pain in your body.
- Axial Spondyloarthritis: affects hip joints as well as the sacroiliac joint.
- Osteoarthritis: this is known as one of the most common forms of arthritis. It causes stiffness, pain, and lost of join movement. Also a major cause of painful spurs.
- Psoriatic Arthritis: this form of arthritis affects joints and skin, often causing stiffness.
- Reactive Arthritis: often occurs after an infection of the genital, urinary, or gastrointestinal system. Sometimes the sacroiliac joint is affected.
- Enteropathic Arthritis: This form of arthritis commonly affects the sacroiliac joint, resulting in lower back pain.
Know when to seek help for your back pain.
If you are experiencing pain in your back and body, call Spine Center of Texas for a complete evaluation. During your appointment you’ll learn more about all treatment options for back pain available to you. Surgery is always our last resort, so learn how to find relief from a team who cares about seeing you get back on your feet. You do not need to live with pain in your body. Our experienced team can help you get back to the life you love. We now have offices in San Antonio, New Braunfels, and Seguin.
