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Back Pain Doctors

When searching for a way to relieve back pain, there are many doctors that can help. But, how do you know which one - or ones - to choose? Before you can determine which is best for you, it’s important to understand the different services each offer, and how that could change your treatment plan.

Some types of back pain doctors include:

General Practitioner - Your family doctor is the first medical expert you should see in the search for a back pain doctor. Because he or she knows you and your medical history best your GP is an invaluable tool in the journey to pain relief. Oftentimes, they will have relationships with specialists and can refer you to one that is experienced in dealing with your type of back pain.
Orthopedist - An orthopedist is a specialist concerned with the skeletal system, and they mainly focus on prevention and correction of problems dealing with the bones and associated structures like attached ligaments, tendons, and muscles. These back pain doctors would be helpful for conditions like herniated disc, bulging disc, disc degeneration, or sciatica. They could also help with osteoporosis and swollen ligaments.
Chiropractor - A chiropractor is considered by some to be an “alternative” doctor, but they can provide significant relief for many people. They aim to align the back and neck to allow for proper transmission of electrical impulses by nerves, and claim that this helps not just back pain but also the health of the entire body. A chiropractor would be helpful for bone spurs, degenerated disc, herniated disc, pinched nerve, and bulging disc, among other conditions.
Rheumatologist - If your pain stems from degenerative arthritis, a rheumatologist may be your best bet. A rheumatologist focuses on arthritis but can also help with musculoskeletal issues like osteoporosis, scoliosis, fibromyalgia, and more.
Neurologist - This type of doctor specializes in issues with the nervous system. If your pain is chronic and/or stems from a pinched nerve, you may want to see a neurologist, since they are the most knowledgeable on the subject and can help avoid long-term injury to the nerves.

Your Other Options for Relief

If you’ve tried these back pain doctors and still haven’t found relief, you may be advised that surgery is your only option. In this case, you should know that traditional open-back surgery is not the only path available to you. Laser Spine Institute (LSI) offers minimally invasive procedures to treat back pain stemming from all the conditions mentioned above and more.

If you’d like more information on types of back pain doctors, or the minimally invasive procedures offered at LSI, contact us today. We offer a complimentary CT scan or MRI review to determine if you’re a candidate for one of our endoscopic procedures.

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