Non-Surgical Treatment Options

Medications are commonly used to help manage pain and inflammation related to spine conditions. Medications may improve ability to participate in physical therapy, and are often used together with other non-surgical treatments.

Physical therapy helps support the spine by improving the strength and function of surrounding muscles. When muscles supporting the spine become weak or tight, additional stress can be placed on the discs, joints, and nerves.

Epidural steroid injections are commonly used to reduce inflammation around spinal nerves and improve pain caused by nerve compression. These may delay or help avoid surgery in some patients, and are typically performed as an outpatient procedure.