Back pain is one of the most common health issues in the United States. For some, it’s an occasional annoyance. For others, it’s a chronic and disabling condition that makes even simple tasks—like walking, sitting, or lifting—difficult.
If you’ve been living with persistent back pain, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans deal with it daily, and the causes can vary widely. Let’s break it down.
What Causes Back Pain?
A wide range of conditions can contribute to back pain, including:
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Degenerative Disc Disease
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Herniated Discs
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Sciatica
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Annular Tears
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Arthritis, osteoporosis, and autoimmune conditions
The spine itself is made up of three main sections:
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Cervical Spine (Neck)
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Thoracic Spine (Upper Back)
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Lumbar Spine (Lower Back) – where most problems develop because it carries the most stress and weight.
Common Symptoms of Back Pain
Because back pain can come from different sources, the symptoms can also vary. Some of the most common include:
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Aching or stiff muscles
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Burning, stabbing, or shooting pain in the back
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Pain that radiates down one leg (sciatica)
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Discomfort that worsens when bending, twisting, or walking
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Muscle tightness and spasms
👉 When to seek medical care immediately:
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Back pain with fever
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Pain after a fall or accident
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Weakness, tingling, or numbness in the legs
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New bowel or bladder problems
Possible Root Causes
Doctors often diagnose back pain as a result of one or more of these:
| Cause | Description |
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| Muscle or Ligament Strain | Common with heavy lifting or awkward movements |
| Bulging or Ruptured Disc | Pressure on spinal nerves causing pain |
| Arthritis | Inflammation and stiffness in joints |
| Osteoporosis | Weak, brittle bones leading to fractures |
| Annular Tear | Tiny rips in spinal discs causing leaks |
The Overlooked Root Cause: Annular Tears
Did you know?
Most adults over 18 will develop annular tears at some point in life. While some people never notice them, others experience severe, long-lasting back pain.
Annular tears can trigger other spine issues like:
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Herniated discs
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Degenerative disc disease
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Sciatica
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Chronic lower back pain
Unfortunately, many standard treatments—like physical therapy, medications, spinal laminectomy, or spinal fusion—do not fix the leaking disc itself. This means inflammation continues, and the pain may return.
A Breakthrough Option: The Discseel® Procedure
Unlike traditional spine surgeries, the Discseel® Procedure is designed to repair annular tears—the true source of chronic back pain.
Here’s how it works:
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Non-surgical & minimally invasive
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Uses an orthobiologic injection (Fibrin Sealant) to seal tears
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Promotes natural disc tissue regrowth
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Targets the root cause of disc pain instead of masking it
✅ Peer-reviewed studies show long-term positive outcomes for patients with herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, and chronic low back pain.
Why Choose Discseel® Over Traditional Surgery?
| Treatment | Focus | Invasiveness | Long-Term Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapy / Medication | Pain management | Non-invasive | Relief often temporary |
| Spinal Fusion Surgery | Stabilizes spine | Highly invasive | 30% success rate |
| Discseel® Procedure | Repairs tears & regrows tissue | Minimally invasive | 70% success rate |
Is the Discseel® Procedure Right for You?
You may be a candidate if you suffer from:
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Chronic low back pain
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Sciatica
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Herniated or bulging discs
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Degenerative disc disease
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Annular tears
Take the Next Step Toward Relief
You don’t have to live with chronic pain or resort to invasive surgery. The Discseel® Procedure offers a safe, non-surgical, and proven solution to heal your discs and restore your quality of life.
👉 Schedule a no-obligation consultation today with our team at Tristate Physical Medicine Associates and find out if you’re a candidate for this revolutionary procedure.
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