About
Degenerative joint disease is a common cause of lumbar back pain. The spine facet joints are susceptible to wear-and-tear, inflammation and other arthritic changes. This inflammation may result in pain and a loss of motion.
Signs and Symptoms
- Pain in the back.
- Pain and tenderness in the facet joint.
- Muscle spasms.
- Loss of motion.
- Difficulty standing or walking.
- Uncomfortable sitting.
- Stiffness in the joints.
- Localized swelling.
Treatment Options
Surgical treatment options for degenerative joint disease include:
- Caudal epidural injections.
- Facet joint injections.
- Interlaminar caudal epidural steroid injections.
- Medial branch blocks.
- Selective nerve root.