Facet Joint Syndrome

It’s difficult to accept when you can’t bend forward, backward, or twist. Facet joints enable all of the body movements involved in your most basic actions. Facet joints serve as shock absorbers for the daily weight and pressure that naturally falls on the spine. They are lined with cartilage, which ensures smooth movement between bones. The most frequent causes of facet joint illness or facet joint syndrome include poor posture, bodily motions, and wear and tear. Facet arthritis, also known as spinal osteoarthritis, can cause back and neck pain that may radiate to your shoulders, legs, buttocks, and upper back.

Individual differences can be substantial in these pain episodes. If you experience pain, changes in posture, and joint tenderness, it’s time to take notice and see Advanced Pain Consultants, PA. Take your signs seriously because they are only the beginning of your journey to recovery.

Facet Joint Syndrome: What Causes It?

Facet arthritis, often known as facet syndrome, is a degenerative spinal disorder. Other factors that could exacerbate facet syndrome include:

• Spinal fracture
• Poor posture
• Repetitive bending or twisting
• Lack of physical activity
• Sudden stretching
• Trauma, such as fall, sports injury, or accident
• Torn ligaments
• Malnutrition
• Obesity
• Smoking

How is Facet Joint Syndrome Diagnosed?

The first stage of recovery is diagnosis, which begins with a comprehensive review of medical history. Next, learn about any injuries, symptoms, and when they started. You should also learn how it affects your everyday activities, such as discomfort when standing or sitting, etc. In order to pinpoint the precise location of your pain, the doctor will ask you to shift into uncomfortable postures during the physical examination. Further imaging studies like X-ray, CT, or MRI may be recommended for accurate diagnosis and to check the spine and hip-related problems. Even basic neurological tests are performed to identify any signs of weakness in the muscles.

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