WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Back Pain Treatment Without Surgery
Non surgical Back Pain Treatment
●Comprehensive Orthopedic Care for Your
How Dr. Ghattas Evaluates Your Spine
A functional spinal unit is the basic working segment of your spine, two adjacent vertebrae along with the disc, facet joints, and ligaments between them. Rather than treating a single structure in isolation, Dr. Ghattas evaluates how each functional spinal unit works together, the disc, the joints, the surrounding muscles, and the nerves that pass through it, to identify which segment, and which specific structure within it, is actually generating your pain. This matters because imaging often shows more than one abnormality, and not every abnormality seen on a scan is the source of your symptoms.
Degenerative disc disease refers to the natural wear and breakdown of spinal discs over time, which can lead to chronic back pain and reduced flexibility. Dr. Ghattas evaluates which discs are involved to determine whether orthobiologic treatment may be appropriate.
Lumbar facet disease involves wear or inflammation of the small joints connecting the vertebrae in the lower back, a common source of chronic low back pain. Dr. Ghattas uses image-guided injections to help identify and target the affected joints.
Multifidus atrophy is the weakening or shrinking of a deep spinal muscle that stabilizes the lower back, often associated with chronic low back pain. Dr. Ghattas evaluates muscle function alongside your imaging to guide an appropriate treatment plan.
Piriformis syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle in the buttock irritates or compresses the nearby sciatic nerve, causing pain that can radiate down the leg. Dr. Ghattas uses targeted evaluation to distinguish this from other causes of sciatic-type pain.
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction occurs when the joint connecting the spine and pelvis moves abnormally or becomes inflamed, causing lower back or buttock pain. Dr. Ghattas uses image-guided evaluation to confirm the joint as the pain source before recommending treatment.
Sciatica is pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, from the lower back through the hip and down the leg, usually caused by nerve compression or irritation. Dr. Ghattas identifies the underlying source of the compression to guide appropriate treatment.
Slipping rib syndrome occurs when the cartilage connecting a lower rib becomes loose or displaced, causing pain in the chest or upper abdomen that often worsens with movement. Dr. Ghattas evaluates the affected rib to determine whether targeted treatment may help.
Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal that can compress nerves and cause back pain, leg pain, or numbness, especially with walking or standing. Dr. Ghattas evaluates the severity of narrowing to determine whether non-surgical treatment may be appropriate.
Spondylolisthesis occurs when one vertebra slips forward over the one below it, which can cause back pain and, in some cases, nerve-related symptoms. Dr. Ghattas assesses the degree of slippage and stability to guide your treatment options.
Superior cluneal neuralgia involves irritation of the nerves crossing the top of the pelvis, often causing lower back and buttock pain that can mimic other spine conditions. Dr. Ghattas uses targeted evaluation to confirm this often-overlooked diagnosis.
A herniated disc occurs when the inner material of a spinal disc pushes through its outer layer, which can irritate nearby nerves and cause back or leg pain. Dr. Ghattas reviews your imaging to determine whether your herniation may respond to non-surgical treatment.
Pudendal neuralgia involves irritation or compression of the pudendal nerve, which can cause chronic pelvic, genital, or perineal pain. Dr. Ghattas uses specialized evaluation to identify the source of nerve irritation and determine appropriate treatment.
Precise Image-Guided Treatments
EVIDENCE-BASED PROTOCOLS
One-on-One MRI Reviews
MINIMAL RECOVERY TIMES
Physician-Led Concierge Care
MEANINGFUL RESULTS THAT LAST
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Patient Experiences
These testimonials reflect the real-life experiences of patients with the Regenexx protocol but are not necessarily typical of what you or any other patient might experience. Individual results of the procedures using Regenexx lab processes will vary depending on a number of factors, including your diagnosis, the severity of your condition, your overall health, and others. To better understand what large numbers of patients experience on average, please visit the Patient Results page, and inquire with a physician within the licensed Regenexx network near you.