Low back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints in the society and can seriously affect the quality of life. It is especially common in individuals who work at a desk, carry heavy loads and stay in a fixed position for a long time. Low back pain can manifest itself as sudden onset (acute) or long-standing (chronic).
In Denizli Algology Specialist Specialist. Dr Yasha Erim Gedik, correctly diagnoses the source of low back pain and applies modern treatment methods specific to the patient.
There are many conditions that cause low back pain. The most common ones are as follows:
Lumbar disc herniation (lumbar disc herniation)
Muscle spasms and strains
Spinal degeneration (osteoarthritis)
Spinal canal narrowing (spinal stenosis)
Facet joint syndrome
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
Fibromyalgia
Posture disorders and sedentary lifestyle
In some cases, low back pain can press on the nerves and cause sciatica (sciatica), which radiates down the legs.
Specialist. Dr. Yaşa Erim Gedik, a detailed examination of patients presenting with complaints of low back pain medical history taking, physical examination, and if necessary MRI, CT, X-ray It finalises the diagnosis by using imaging methods such as imaging.
Where necessary EMG (nerve test) or blood tests and underlying systemic diseases are also investigated.
Muscle relaxants
Painkillers
Anti-inflammatory drugs
Neuropathic drugs targeting nerve pain
Patient-specific exercise plans can strengthen the lumbar muscles and prevent recurrence of pain.
Specialist. Dr. Non-surgical but effective methods applied by Yaşa Erim Gedik:
Local injections (intramuscularly or around the nerve)
Facet joint injection
Sacroiliac joint injection
Nerve blocks
Radiofrequency (RF) treatment - Inactivation of the nerves carrying the pain by heating
Epidural injection - Used in pain due to lumbar hernia
Nucleoplasty - It is a minimally invasive (bloodless) procedure performed for the disc in herniated discs
They are regenerative treatment methods that support tissue repair in chronic low back pain.
The factors that cause pain are not only physical but sometimes also psychological. For this reason, a comprehensive treatment plan is created by working together with psychologists and physiotherapists when necessary.
Providing personalised solutions to patients with complaints of low back pain in Denizli Uzm. Dr Yasha Erim Gedikaims to improve the quality of life of its patients with up-to-date and scientific approaches.
Low back pain is no longer your fate.
With expert opinion and the right treatment, you can step into a pain-free life.
