Middletown, NJ 

Back, neck, and spine pain affects millions of people across the world. Nearly 80% of the population will experience it during their lifetime. When you need to alleviate your pain, contact the spine surgeons at New Jersey Spine & Orthopedic. Our offices near Middletown, New Jersey, offer the latest in minimally invasive surgeries and conservative healing methods to reduce your discomfort.

If you don’t know where your pain is coming from, use our Pain Assessment Tool. Then, discover what treatment is best for your condition through our Treatment Finder. Our doctors even offer free MRI scan reviews!

When Should I See a Doctor about My Back Pain?

Most people with back pain think that it’s a condition. However, back pain is a symptom that may signal a more severe health issue. When you’re experiencing discomfort in your back, neck, or spine, monitor for the following symptoms:

• Unexplained weight loss
• Heaviness in your legs
• Fever
• Numbness or tingling
• Loss of bowel or bladder control

If you notice any of those symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. Additionally, if you have a family history of cancer, contact a doctor at the onset of your pain.

Can I Treat Back Pain at Home?

The good news is that most back pain will go away on its own within a few weeks. In the meantime, there are some ways you can reduce your discomfort while at home.

Heating Pads and Ice Packs

Heating pads can soothe and relax tense muscles and increase blood flow. Remember never to put it on bare skin. Doing so could burn you, adding even more pain and discomfort. Conversely, ice packs help reduce inflammation and swelling, which can also help ease the pain.

Exercise

Physical therapy is the most common way to reduce your back, neck, or spine pain. It’s also one of the first treatment options our doctors will suggest. While exercise is not a one-fit-all solution, some common strategies include correcting your posture and strengthening your core. Just make sure not to overdo it, as you might increase your pain.

Rest

Rest is an essential part of recovery. This includes going to sleep at a reasonable time and getting eight hours nightly. It might be tempting to lay in bed all day, but this can worsen your condition. Make sure to get out of bed and walk around. It will aid in recovery.

Common Procedures at NJ Spine & Orthopedic

Our board-certified back doctors are skilled in several minimally invasive surgeries that reduce pain and encourage a speedy recovery. Some of our more common procedures include:

• Artificial disc replacement: A doctor will replace a degenerated disc in the spinal column with an artificial implant.
• Coccygectomy: You might have broken your tailbone if you’re experiencing sharp pain when you bend or sit down. Since you don’t need the bone, doctors will remove it.
• Endoscopic discectomy: Surgeons will remove the damaged disc material that’s causing the pain in your back or neck.
• Microdiscectomy: This surgery should remove pressure from your nerves and relieve any back or leg discomfort.

Before our team offers surgery, we will always try conservative healing methods. This may include physical therapy, medication, or dietary changes. If we do recommend surgery, our doctors use minimally invasive techniques. Some of the benefits of minimally invasive procedures are increased accuracy, shorter hospital stays, and less scarring.

Contact the Back Doctors in Middletown Today

When you want to eliminate your back, neck, or spine pain, turn to New Jersey Spine & Orthopedic. Whether your condition is minor or more serious, you can be confident that our board-certified back doctors will do everything possible to reduce your discomfort. Call (866) 272-9271 or complete our contact form to schedule a free consultation today.