Back Pain

Personalized Treatment for Acute and Chronic Back Conditions

Back pain is one of the leading causes of disability and missed work. At Georgia Pain Management, our mission is to treat individual pain using the latest technology and compassionate care, helping patients in Woodstock, GA, return to their normal lives.

How common is chronic back pain?

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people miss work and seek medical treatment. While up to 80% of all adults experience acute back pain at some point, it is estimated that approximately 20% of adults live with chronic low back pain, which is pain lasting more than three months. The lower back (lumbar spine) is the most frequently affected area because it supports the weight of the upper body while maintaining flexibility for bending and twisting.

What are the common causes of back pain?

Back pain can result from sudden injury or gradual wear-and-tear. Dr. Ellner frequently treats conditions such as:

• Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A narrowing of the spinal column that puts pressure on nerves.
• Herniated Discs: When the soft center of a spinal disc pushes through the tougher exterior, irritating nearby nerves.
• Sciatica: Intense, jolting pain that radiates from the low back into the hips and feet.
• Degenerative Disc Disease: The natural breakdown of spinal discs over time.

Many older adults develop back pain, and after age 30, the blood supply to the spinal discs diminishes, meaning the discs begin to degenerate, which makes the spine more susceptible to injury and pressure.

How does Dr. Ellner diagnose the source of back pain?

Effective treatment begins with an accurate diagnosis. During your consultation, we will review your health history and may perform on-site diagnostic tests, including X-rays or CT scans, to identify nerve compression or structural abnormalities.

An accurate diagnosis is crucial because pain can stem from various structures—muscles, ligaments, discs, or nerves. Dr. Ellner uses advanced, on-site imaging like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs, to pinpoint the exact location of structural issues and identify age-related degeneration that has diminished the blood supply to the spinal discs over time.

What advanced treatments do you offer for back pain?

We specialize in interventional, nonsurgical treatments that provide significant relief:

• MILD® Procedure: A specialized outpatient treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis that removes excess ligament and bone to alleviate nerve pressure.
• Epidural Steroid Injections: Reducing inflammation around compressed spinal nerves to provide long-term relief.
• Radiofrequency Neurotomy: Using heat to disrupt pain signals from the facet joints.
• Spinal Cord Stimulation: Advanced technology, like the HF10, that uses electrical pulses to mask pain signals before they reach the brain.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

Don’t let pain control your life. Contact Georgia Pain Management in Woodstock, GA, to learn more about our interventional treatments and schedule your appointment!