Back Pain

Up to 85% of adults develop back pain during their lifetime. If you struggle with ongoing back discomfort, turn to The Beloved Medicine Clinic, Pain and Spine in Dallas, Texas, for relief. Pain management specialists John Melek, MD, MSC, and the team find the root cause of back pain and offer minimally invasive treatments to restore function and ease your discomfort. Schedule an appointment by phone or request one online today.  

What is back pain?

Back pain is an uncomfortable feeling in your upper, middle, or lower back. It can be mild, moderate, or severe when left untreated. Back pain may go away on its own over time, but treatment at The Beloved Medicine Clinic, Pain and Spine can relieve your discomfort. 

The skilled pain management specialists offer several treatments for back pain, all minimally invasive, using the most up-to-date technologies and procedures available.

What can back pain feel like?

Back pain could appear as:

• Upper, middle, or low back pain
• Neck pain
• Butt, hip, or leg pain
• Aching
• Burning
• Sharp pain
• Stabbing discomfort
• Shooting pain
• Throbbing discomfort 
• Muscle stiffness or tightness
• Numbness
• Tingling
• Weakness
• Spasms
• Radiating discomfort
• Decreased range of motion

Your pain might worsen when you bend over, sit for long periods, lie down, or stand up. It can be consistent or come and go, worsening during certain times of the day. Lower back pain is the most common form of back discomfort. 

What are the risk factors for back pain?

Anyone can experience back pain, but its risk factors include:

• Personal injuries 
• Aging
• Heavy lifting
• Physically demanding job
• Car accidents
• Sports injuries
• Infections
• Tumors
• Strains
• Sprains
• Arthritis
• Spinal fractures
• Degenerative disc disease
• Herniated disc
• Scoliosis
• Spinal stenosis
• Myofascial pain syndrome
• Sacroiliitis
• Spondylolisthesis
• Spondylosis

The Beloved Medicine Clinic, Pain and Spine team helps find the cause of back pain to create the most effective solutions.

How is the cause of back pain diagnosed?

Your pain specialist completes a physical exam to learn the cause of your pain. They also review your lifestyle, symptoms, and medical history. You might undergo: 

• Blood tests 
• Nerve testing 
• X-rays 
• MRI 
• CT scans
• Other diagnostic tests

How is back pain treated?

Your personalized back pain treatment plan may consist of one or more of the following:

• Rest
• Ice or heat
• Physical therapy
• Spinal decompression
• Medication management
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
• Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)

• Epidural steroid injections (ESIs)
• Nerve blocks
• Muscle relaxers
• Intrathecal pain pump implants
• Spinal cord stimulation
• Radiofrequency ablation
• Peripheral nerve stimulation
• Sacroiliac joint injections
• Trigger point injections
• Medical weight management
• Minimally invasive surgery

The Beloved Medicine Clinic, Pain and Spine team follows up to ensure effective outcomes, lasting relief, and a better quality of life.

Schedule a back pain evaluation at The Beloved Medicine Clinic, Pain and Spine by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.