Bone Spur Causes

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For those suffering from pain and other symptoms as the result of a bone spur, finding the causes - and eliminating them or alleviating symptoms - is of the utmost importance. However, it can be difficult to diagnose the problem and get effective treatment since there are a number of issues that can cause a bone spur, and oftentimes the condition can be due to a combination of things.

Some common bone spur causes include:

Spinal disc degeneration - This condition involves the degeneration of intervertebral discs. When it progresses to the point that the discs are thin enough to allow vertebrae to touch one another, the rubbing and pressure can cause the body to respond by forming a bone spur.
Herniated disc - If a herniated disc is severe enough, the vertebrae above and below it can begin to rub together, and this friction between bones can result in bone spur formation.
Injury - A traumatic injury such as a car accident can cause bone spurs to form, but the accumulation of minor injuries over time such as those from rough sports can also contribute.
Aging - As the body gets older, its cartilage breaks down, including in the spine. If this progresses far enough, the bones in spinal joints or the vertebrae can rub together. This is one of the main causes of bone spurs.
Osteoarthritis - This condition involves the wearing away of cartilage between joints. If the cartilage degenerates enough, the bones of the joints can rub together and cause bone spurs to form.

Treatments for Bone Spur Causes

The vast majority of bone spur treatment regimens begin with conservative methods. Although the exact combination of techniques depends on the underlying condition of the bone spur, the treatments may include:

Pain medication
Anti-inflammatories
Spinal cortisone injections
Hot/cold compresses
Spinal decompression therapy
Physical therapy
Stretching
Rest

For more information on treatments for bone spurs, including non-conservative methods like spine surgery, call or e-mail Laser Spine Institute. We'll have one of our expert spine doctors review your MRI or CT scan free of charge and let you know if you qualify for treatment at one of our facilities, as well as discuss all your treatment options with you.

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