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If you’re experiencing chronic low back pain, stiffness, difficulty standing upright, pain after prolonged sitting, or discomfort when walking, lumbar degenerative joint disease may be contributing to your symptoms.
At Rosenberg Wellness Center, Dr. Jeffrey Rosenberg provides conservative, non-surgical treatment for lumbar degenerative joint disease using Cox® Technic Flexion-Distraction and Decompression, spinal decompression therapy, Active Release Technique® (ART®), Graston Technique®, and personalized rehabilitation strategies.
Conveniently located in Midtown Manhattan, our office serves professionals, executives, attorneys, healthcare workers, finance professionals, commuters, athletes, and active adults seeking alternatives to surgery, injections, and long-term medication use.
Lumbar degenerative joint disease (DJD), often referred to as lumbar spondylosis or facet joint arthritis, occurs when the joints of the lower spine gradually experience age-related wear and tear.
The facet joints help guide and control spinal movement. Over time, these joints may develop degeneration that can contribute to:
Lumbar degenerative joint disease commonly develops alongside disc degeneration and other age-related spinal changes.
Symptoms may vary from person to person but often include:
Many patients report symptoms that gradually worsen over months or years.
Several factors may contribute to the development of lumbar degenerative joint disease, including:
As spinal discs lose height and function, increased stress may be placed on surrounding facet joints, contributing to degeneration.
Many professionals working near Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center, Park Avenue, and Midtown East spend long hours sitting at desks, commuting, attending meetings, and working on computers.
These repetitive postural demands may contribute to:
Over time, these factors may contribute to recurring episodes of low back pain and stiffness.
Diagnosis typically involves:
Imaging studies may demonstrate:
Dr. Rosenberg carefully reviews examination findings and imaging studies when available to determine appropriate treatment recommendations.
Spinal decompression therapy may also be incorporated into treatment plans for appropriate patients.
Spinal decompression is designed to:
Many patients prefer spinal decompression because it is gentle, comfortable, and non-surgical.
Depending on the individual case, treatment may include:
Treatment plans are customized based upon the patient’s condition, goals, and examination findings.
Patients choose Rosenberg Wellness Center because of Dr. Rosenberg’s focus on personalized, one-on-one care.
Lumbar degenerative joint disease is an age-related condition involving wear and tear of the facet joints in the lower back that may contribute to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
Lumbar degenerative joint disease is commonly considered a form of spinal arthritis involving degeneration of the facet joints.
Yes. Degeneration of the facet joints may contribute to chronic low back pain, stiffness, and movement limitations.
Yes. Many patients have both lumbar degenerative disc disease and lumbar degenerative joint disease simultaneously.
Not necessarily. Many patients pursue conservative treatment options before considering surgical intervention.
Spinal decompression may help improve spinal mobility and reduce stress on spinal structures for appropriate patients.
Cox® Technic Flexion-Distraction and Decompression is a specialized chiropractic technique designed to gently decompress and mobilize the spine.
Our office is conveniently located in Midtown Manhattan and serves patients from Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center, Park Avenue, Midtown East, and surrounding areas.
No. Most patients do not require a referral to schedule a consultation.
If you’re suffering from chronic low back pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, or symptoms associated with lumbar degenerative joint disease, Dr. Jeffrey Rosenberg can help determine whether conservative treatment options may be appropriate for your condition.
Dr. Jeff Rosenberg has been practicing for over 30 years and operates a boutique chiropractic office in midtown Manhattan.
Dr. Jeffrey Rosenberg has spent nearly three decades helping professionals, executives, and athletes in Midtown Manhattan recover from pain and improve function.
