Lower Back and Lumbar Pain
Treated by Sheetal Deo, D.O., serving Midtown Manhattan and all of New York City.
Lumbar pain (low back pain) is a leading cause of disability in the United States. At her practice in the Midtown East neighborhood of Manhattan, New York, Dr. Sheetal Deo, DO, a board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist, offers customized Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine to diagnose and treat lumbar pain. You don’t need to live with low back pain. Call the New York City office or schedule a consultation online today for expert treatment.
What causes lumbar pain?
Your lumbar spine is your lower back. It supports your upper body and absorbs part of the force created with every step you take. This daily wear-and-tear, combined with your genetics and lifestyle factors, causes various painful injuries and degenerative conditions, including:
Your risk of lumbar pain increases as you age. Your muscles, connective tissue, and spinal discs become dry and less flexible, increasing your risk of injury.
Additionally, if you’re overweight, lead a sedentary lifestyle, or have a career that requires you to be on your feet all day or to move heavy objects, your chances of developing lumbar pain are higher.
Many men and women assume that low back pain is just something they need to learn to live with, but this isn’t the case. If you have lumbar pain that persists for more than a few days or gets worse instead of getting better, make an appointment with Dr. Deo.
You should also talk to Dr. Deo if your pain follows an accident or injury, or if it increases instead of subsiding.
When should I talk to a doctor about lumbar pain?
How do you treat lumbar pain?
Dr. Deo begins all treatment with a review of your unique medical history and current symptoms. Next, a comprehensive spinal exam is performed with palpation of your spine and surrounding soft tissues in order to access your general range of motion in all directions. In-office diagnostic Ultrasound and Nerve Conduction Studies are often utilized to identify the root cause of your pain..
Once this is completed, Dr. Deo creates a personalized, multidisciplinary treatment plan to address your diagnosis, relieve your pain, and lower your risk of future injury. She will also manage your lumbar pain with the appropriate Osteopathic manual treatments. And where necessary, discuss cortisone injections to alleviate pain.
Dr. Deo practices in a comprehensive facility and collaborates with other clinicians to provide:
She might also suggest practicing Pilates or Yoga to strengthen your back and core to improve support to your lumbar spine. Weight loss and the use of daily exercise can also be very beneficial. Dr. Deo enjoys playing an active role in this process as well. Often, small lifestyle changes can make a significant difference in your pain and overall health. Dr. Deo is always living by personal example when it comes to these necessary lifestyle improvements and is always happy to guide her patients in their own journeys.
Schedule An Appointment
If you are suffering from a musculoskeletal or sports-related injury or just chronic pain, we encourage you to see us for a more hands-on, comprehensive treatment plan.
Accepted Insurances
We accept most major insurances. Please contact the medical office for all your insurance related questions.
