Best Spine pain treatment in Dubai
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Spine pain is a common condition that affects people of all ages and can be caused by various factors, such as poor posture, injuries, and underlying medical conditions. It can manifest in different parts of the spine, including the neck, upper back, lower back, sacroiliac joint, and coccyx, requiring you to seek spine pain treatment in Dubai.
Common symptoms of back and Spine pain
Typically, most back pain feels like
- Ache
- Stiffness
- Sharp and shooting burning sensation
- Numbness
- Tingling
- Weakness
- Limited mobility
- Muscle spasms
Spinal conditions that cause pain
The back pain is one of the most common symptoms for a range of spinal conditions. Some spinal conditions that can trigger spine pain include
- Herniated or bulging discs : When the soft cushions between the vertebrae of the spine become damaged, they can press on nerves and cause pain.
- Degenerative disc disease : A condition where the discs in the spine lose their flexibility and shock-absorbing capabilities, causing pain and stiffness.
- Osteoarthritis : A degenerative joint disease that can affect the joints in the spine, causing pain and stiffness.
- Spinal stenosis : A narrowing of the spinal canal that can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, causing pain and numbness.
- Spondylolisthesis : A condition where one vertebra in the spine slips out of place and onto the vertebra below it, causing pain and sometimes nerve compression.
- Compression fractures : A break in one of the vertebrae in the spine, often caused by osteoporosis, that can cause severe pain and disability.
- Sciatica : A condition where the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down through the legs, is compressed or irritated, causing pain, numbness, and tingling in the legs and feet.
Diagnosis and its role in identifying pain-causing spinal issues
Diagnosis is crucial in identifying the cause of back pain and designing the most appropriate spine pain treatment. Doctors typically use a combination of medical history review, physical examination, and imaging tests as diagnosis steps.
The pain specialist will ask about symptoms, perform a physical exam to check the range of motion and strength, and order imaging tests like X-rays, MRI, or CT scan to identify underlying conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or arthritis. In some cases, nerve tests or a bone scan may also be recommended.
Spine pain treatment
- Rest and activity modification
- Physical therapy and exercise
- Pain medication, including over-the-counter and prescription drugs
- Injection therapy, such as epidural steroid injections
- Surgery (in severe cases)
| Condition | Symptoms | Treatment |
| Neck Pain | Pain or stiffness in the neck caused by poor posture, injury, or underlying medical conditions | Self-care (rest, ice/heat therapy), painkillers, physical therapy, stronger medication (if needed), medical attention (if pain persists or accompanied by other symptoms) |
| Upper Back Pain | Pain in the region below the neck and above the lower back, limited range of motion due to the spine’s connections to the ribs | Rest, ice pack, over-the-counter pain relievers, heating pad, attention to posture, sleep on a medium-firm mattress |
| Lower Back Pain | Pain in the lower back due to the spine’s support of the upper body weight and movement, muscles responsible for flexing and rotating the hips and supporting the spinal column, nerves supply sensation and muscle power | Home treatment (over-the-counter pain relievers, heat therapy), light activity, avoid activities that increase pain, medical attention (if pain persists or severe) |
| Sacroiliac Joint Pain | Pain in the joints connecting the spine to the hips, supporting and stabilising the body and absorbing impact during walking and lifting | Physical therapy, chiropractic manipulation, stretching exercises, oral anti-inflammatory medication, topical patches, creams, salves, mechanical bracing |
| Coccyx Pain | Pain in and around the small triangular bone at the base of the spine (tailbone), caused by injury or underlying medical conditions | Use a well-padded seat when sitting, avoid long periods of sitting, medical attention (if pain is severe or persistently troublesome) |
Meet Dr Mohamed El Toukhy- The Pain Management Specialist For Spine Pain Treatment In Dubai
Dr Mohamed El Toukhy, is a fellow of the faculty of pain medicine in London, UK, and specialises in the early diagnosis and management of acute and chronic back and neck pain.
He is an expert in interventional pain medicine, focusing on neuromodulation and radio frequency denervation.
Pain can be excruciating. You can consult him without a second thought, for he is one of the most revered pain management specialists in Dubai. His area of interest includes
- Sciatica pain
- Discogenic pain
- Diagnosis and management of neuropathic pain
- Head and face pain
- Joint pain
- Complex regional pain syndrome
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic migraine (pain management with botox injections)
- Chronic pain (management with radiofrequency ablation)
When in pain, consult Dr Mohamed El Toukhy.
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