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Degenerative Spine Treatments & Exercises | Georgia

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Conyers office - Get directions

Decatur office- Get directions

Surgery Center - Get directions

McDonough office: - Get directions

Sandy Springs office: - Get directions

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Or call: 678-369-6934

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Spinal Degeneration Treatment

Just like the rest of the body, the spine is susceptible to degenerative conditions as you grow older. The bone, muscles, cartilage, ligaments and discs that work together to create your spine can deteriorate through wear and tear, leading to spinal degeneration. As this degeneration occurs, you are more likely to have spinal components that are damaged that will require treatment. At Atlanta Spine & Orthopaedics, we can offer effective solutions to compensate for health issues due to spinal degeneration.

As you age, years of use can take their toll on your spine. Vertebrae compact, discs lose their elasticity and arthritis can impact the cartilage between the spinal joints. These changes can lead to back and neck pain as the nerves are impacted, as well as disc damage such as herniated or bulging discs. Treatments for these issues can include conservation options such as stretching, exercise, physical therapy and medications. More severe cases of spinal degeneration may require surgical procedures to correct damage and injury to the spine.

What are the Symptoms and Causes of Spinal Degenerations?

In most cases, symptoms of spinal degeneration start slowly. Intermittent back or neck pain, stiffness and reduced mobility are common as you get older. When the symptoms become more frequent or severe, it is usually then that people seek medical attention for their condition.

It is important to understand that most spinal degeneration cannot be prevented. The causes of these diseases are often due to the natural aging process. However, there are exercises and lifestyle considerations that can slow the process, as well as treatment options to improve your symptoms.

At Atlanta Spine & Orthopaedics, we offer effective, often non-invasive, treatments for spinal degeneration. Some of the conditions we treat that are related to this issue include herniated discs, bulging discs, bone spurs, spinal arthritis, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, pinched nerves, sciatica and more. Contact us today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Bhatti to discuss your concerns about spinal degeneration issues.


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The last thing anyone wants who has had to endure traditional open back surgery is to not get the relief they hoped for from their procedure. Yet in up to 40% of traditional back surgeries, an effect referred to as failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is experienced. In these cases, the desired outcome is not achieved and the patient may continue to experience the same or even worsening pain. At Atlanta Spine & Orthopaedics, we treat patients suffering from FBSS and actively seek treatment options that can prevent this condition from occurring.

Failed back surgery syndrome refers to a plethora of issues that can occur after traditional open back surgery. The symptoms can vary from continued chronic pain and limited mobility to new spine issues and the lack of recuperation after the surgery. Due to the invasive nature of open back surgery, there are many more possible side effects from these types of procedures, plus symptoms that can arise from scar tissue, nerve damage and the healing process.

Treatment for Failed Back Surgery Syndrome

Treatment of FBSS depends on what is causing the symptoms from the original surgery. In some cases, the procedure did not correct the issue or caused another condition in its wake. Dr. Bhatti at Atlanta Spine & Orthopaedics can perform a comprehensive exam to determine the underlying cause of the symptoms and offer treatment options to overcome these issues.

One of the ways that Dr. Bhatti avoids FBSS in his patients is by offering minimally invasive spine surgeries and non-surgical treatments that minimize risks of surgical complications. Most of these treatments are performed on an outpatient basis and require limited recovery time for our patients. These advanced spine techniques can offer better, more substantial results without the risks of open back surgeries. Contact us today to learn more about our spine treatment options.