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Back Pain Treatment in Pune

Find the real cause of your back pain.

Back pain is very common, and most of it gets better on its own. When it lasts more than a few weeks, keeps coming back or spreads to the leg, a spine specialist can find the cause and treat it properly.

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At a glance

Most back painSettles in a few weeks

See a specialistIf pain lasts over 4 to 6 weeks

First treatmentExercise and posture

SurgeryRarely needed

Your exact plan depends on your MRI and examination.

Dr. Nitish Agarwal examining a patient with lower back pain

Your MRI, explained in simple words

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Understanding the problem

What is back pain?

Back pain can come from muscles, ligaments, discs, the small joints of the spine (facet joints) or the nerves. Most short-term back pain is due to a muscle strain and settles with simple care.

Pain that lasts more than 4 to 6 weeks, wakes you at night, or spreads to the leg needs a proper examination. Dr. Nitish reviews your MRI or X-ray with you and explains the cause in simple words.

Common causes

Muscle strain from lifting or a sudden movement
Long hours of sitting, poor posture and desk work
Slip disc or disc wear (degeneration)
Facet joint arthritis or spinal stenosis
Weak bones (osteoporosis) and spine fractures

Symptoms

Signs of back pain

Dull or sharp pain in the lower back
Stiffness in the morning or after sitting
Pain on bending, lifting or standing long
Pain spreading to the buttock or leg
Muscle spasm and difficulty standing straight

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See a doctor urgently if

Back pain with fever or weight loss
Back pain after a fall or accident
Loss of bladder control, or weakness in the legs
Severe pain at night that does not ease with rest

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Treatment, step by step

How Dr. Nitish treats back pain

The simplest treatment that can work comes first. Surgery is advised only when it is really needed.

Step 1

Exam and MRI review

Find the exact cause: muscle, disc, joint or nerve.

Step 2

Medicines and physiotherapy

Pain relief, core strengthening and posture correction.

Step 3

Spine injections

Facet joint injection, caudal epidural or nerve root block.

Step 4

Surgery, rarely

Only for a clear cause such as a pressed nerve or an unstable spine.

Questions patients ask

Back Pain: your questions

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When should I see a doctor for back pain?

If pain lasts more than 4 to 6 weeks, spreads to the leg, wakes you at night, or comes with fever, weight loss, weakness or bladder problems.

Do I need an MRI for back pain?

Not always. An MRI is useful when pain lasts long, spreads to the leg or when there are warning signs. Dr. Nitish advises it only when it will change your treatment.

Is bed rest good for back pain?

Only for a day or two. Gentle walking and staying active help the back heal faster than long bed rest.

Why does my back hurt after long sitting?

Long sitting puts extra load on the discs and tires the back muscles. Short breaks every 30 to 45 minutes, a good chair and core exercises help.

Your surgeon

Dr. Nitish Agarwal, Consultant Spine Surgeon

MBBS, Orthopaedics, Fellowship in Spine Surgery · MMC Reg. No. 2013103163 · 15+ years, 5000+ spine surgeries

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