Arthritis is a chronic disease and there is no cure.
The treatments typically focus on pain management and preventing further damage to the joints.
Lower back arthritis causes back pain and stiffness, and in some cases, limited range of motion.
9nong / iStock / Getty Images
This article discusses the treatment options to ease lower back pain.
Different Types of Arthritis
Spinal arthritis is not a single disease.
Different types of arthritis may cause back pain and stiffness.
This helps reduce or stop the pain.
It is a simple procedure, and most patients can walk around immediately after its done.
Research has shown that RFA is a highly effective treatment for many arthritis patients.
Does Spinal Arthritis Need Surgery?
Surgery is a last resort for treating spinal arthritis.
It is most often recommended when other treatments dont relieve back pain.
It is also used to stabilize the spine (spinal fusion) to reduce pain and increase mobility.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is a therapeutic approach to pain management.
A licensed massage therapist will use techniques to massage and manipulate tissues and muscles to release deep tension.
Massage therapy also boosts circulation, promoting repair and reducing inflammation in the muscles, tissues, and joints.
Meditation
Mindfulness-based practices such as meditation can help the body relax and reduce stress.
Research has shown that meditation can help reduce acute stress and pain response in the body.
Meditation has been shown to be effective at reducing anxiety and depression and promoting deeper sleep.
All of these offer benefits to people with arthritis and can help improve their overall quality of life.
Exercise
Staying physically active is necessary for managing spinal arthritis.
Your PT can also show you how to modify exercises so that they do not make your pain worse.
Quit Smoking
Smoking affects all the tissues in your body and reduces your bodys ability to heal.
There are many methods to help you quit smoking.
Your healthcare provider can help you find the right smoking cessation program for you.
You may find that a mix of lifestyle changes and medications helps you manage the pain the most effectively.
Over time, you may need to try other treatments if the condition gets worse.
With the right treatment plan, people with spinal arthritis can have healthy, active lives.
Talk with your healthcare provider about which treatments might work best for you.
Johns Hopkins Medicine.Spinal arthritis (arthritis in the back or neck).
2020;21(5):902-909. doi:10.1093/pm/pnz248
Johns Hopkins Medicine.Acupuncture.
2016;1373(1):114-127. doi:10.1111/nyas.13153
Sharma H.Meditation: Process and effects.Ayu.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Physical activity for arthritis.
2012;94(23):2161-2166. doi:10.2106/JBJS.K.01598
