What Causes Osteophytes in the Spine?
There are a variety of reasons that the body’s osteoblastic (bone growth) process may start producing osteophytes in the spine, including: • Degenerative diseases, like facet joint syndrome • Obesity • Injury • An illness that weakens the spine • Overexertion • Osteoporosis Click Here to see how you can get your life back in 5 days Treating Spinal Osteophytes If an MRI or CT scan confirms a diagnosis of neural compression due to osteophytes in the spine, you should work with your doctor to create a conservative treatment plan that includes prescription or over-the-counter pain medication, physical therapy, hot and cold compresses, and mild stretching, among others. For many patients, pain can be effectively managed and surgery will not become a consideration. However, if your bone spurs produce chronic, unmanageable symptoms, you may seek more permanent, targeted forms of pain relief, such as surgery for osteophytes. How Can Laser Spine Institute (LSI) Help? Laser Spine Institute (LSI)
