5 signs you need to go to a spine specialist ASAP!

5 signs you need to go to a spine specialist ASAP!

Dr Satyen Mehta explains when you should consult a spine specialist and how to understand if you have a serious problem with your spine.

Having an itchy or flaky skin is a sign you need to visit a dermatologist.

A sudden spike in your blood glucose level is a sign you have to visit a diabetologistat the earliest.

But, what about your spine health! How do you know that your spine is in trouble, and you have to consult a spine specialist ASAP? Be it lifting a heavy object in the wrong way or sleeping or sitting in a bad posture, it ultimately affects the spine in the long run. Follow these 3 habits and your spine will thank you for these! After spending half of the day sitting in a chair in front of the computer, your back has to bear the brunt.

So how do you know if your spine is in trouble? Well, our expert Dr Satyen Mehta, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeon, Spine Specialist Centre, Mumbai reveals common signs that indicate you must fix an appointment with your spine specialist immediately.

1. If you suffer from severe pain in the spine or back, which does not subside even after taking painkillers or if the pain stays for more than 2 – 3 days, then it’s time you consult a doctor. Here’s more on aches and pains that could mean a spinal problem.

2. If you experience shooting pain down the legs, then it is a sign you should visit a spine specialist as it could be an initial sign of sciatica. People who are overweight and lead a sedentary lifestyle, like sitting in a single place for prolonged period, are at a high risk of suffering from this condition.

3. If you feel numbness in the legs and handscoupled with severe lower back pain, it is a sign of concern. This could be due to suppression of a nerve in the back of the neck, which goes to the arms and hands. Hence, numbness in the limbs associated with neck pain should never be ignored.

4. If you feel weakness in the legs and arms or experience difficulty in walking, rather than taking rest or thinking it might subside with time, consult a doctor immediately to know the exact cause of the symptom. This could be a sign of an underlying nerve problem in the spine.

5. If you have been experiencing bladder incontinence problems lately like difficulty in passing stool or urine along with severe pain in the back, then it is an emergency and you should go to a spine specialist immediately. A delay of a few hours might lead to severe spine damage along with other complications. Also, read about how your lifestyle can put you at a risk of these 7 spinal problems.

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