What is facet joint arthritis?
The facet joints are joints in the spine that are prone to arthritis just as joints in the hands and knees. Bending and twisting from side to side may increase the pressure on these joints and cause an increase in pain. Facet joint arthritis may be found on imaging studies. Possible treatments may include anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, and pain medications. Patients suffering from severe facet pain may benefit from steroid injections into the facet joint.
