Back Pain

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) may start slowly, but eventually, the pain can progress to the point that it is debilitating. Thankfully, we can help you slow the progression of degenerative disease and ease the discomfort it causes. For nearly 50 years, our board-certified orthopedic surgeons in Raleigh have helped patients get their lives back from conditions such as DDD. As one of Wake County’s oldest and well-respected practices, we emphasize personalized care from our leading, fellowship-trained orthopedists. If you are struggling with back pain, please don’t hesitate to contact us for an appointment. In this article, we’ll explore the progression […]

It’s a nightmare that makes your heart skip a beat. Maybe the other driver didn’t see you as they rounded a corner or maybe they passed through a stop sign. You heard the sickening crunch as your body lurched. Back pain after car accidents is common, frightening and unnerving. The aftermath of these incidents often carries long-term effects, and you may even have delayed back pain after a crash. We have several effective strategies for alleviating or eliminating back pain after a car accident. It’s absolutely critical to get an accurate overview of the extent and scope of your injuries. […]

Sciatic Nerve pain refers to nerve pain that originates in the low back, or the lumbar region of the spine, and can cause pain to the hips, thighs, knees, calves, ankles, feet and toes. It can begin just as low back pain, with occasional sciatic flares to the legs, or it can just be leg pain without any back pain at all. The best way to start treating the symptoms is early management at home. When you come into our office, there are many ways that we evaluate low back pain including beginning with a physical exam. In addition, x-rays […]