A Master of Complex Spine Surgery Providing Personalized Care Near Pasadena, TX
Neck and back pain are common, affecting nearly 80% of American adults at some point during their life. Many spine issues resolve on their own with time and home care. However, if your discomfort is keeping you from your daily activities or affecting your quality of life, you may want to consult with Dr. R. Alexander Mohr. A nationally renowned orthopedic spine surgeon and neurosurgeon, Dr. Mohr has been practicing with Advanced Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine near Pasadena, Texas, since 2011. After evaluating your condition, he can suggest a personalized treatment plan to relieve your pain and address the underlying issue that is causing it.
What Causes Neck & Back Pain?
Spinal discomfort can stem from any number of causes, ranging from a traumatic injury to a chronic health condition. In many cases, the pain stems from a mechanical issue that affects one or more of the components in your spine, such as a vertebrae, disc, nerve, joint, bone or ligament.
Some common causes of neck and back pain include:
- Strained muscles
- Sprained or thickened ligaments
- Bulging and herniated discs
- Fractured vertebrae
- Inflamed facet joints
- Nerve compression, such as sciatica
- Spinal narrowing (stenosis)
- Skeletal irregularities, such as scoliosis
Sometimes, the pain may be related to a medical issue, such as an infection or kidney stone. Therefore, it’s important to receive an accurate diagnosis, especially if the pain doesn’t resolve on its own within a few weeks.
Whether you ultimately need treatment for spinal osteoarthritis, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis or another spine condition, Dr. Mohr can help you explore your options and make fully informed decisions. If you opt for surgical treatment, you can feel confident that he will suggest the least invasive procedure that he believes offers the most potential long-term benefits. Dr. Mohr was an early adopter of muscle-sparing surgical techniques, and he continues to be a strong proponent of minimally invasive spine surgery.
If you would like to meet with Dr. Mohr, contact his office near Pasadena, TX, today to schedule an appointment.