Unraveling the Root Causes of Your Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain (LBP) is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, affecting millions of individuals across all walks of life. From dull, lingering aches in the morning to sharp spasms while lifting or moving, back discomfort can significantly impact your mobility, daily function, and overall well-being.
Understanding what’s causing your lower back pain and how to treat it effectively requires insight, experience, and precision.
With over 35 years of medical practice, Dr. Dariusz Nasiek, MD, delivers advanced, minimally invasive solutions for lower back pain at his main office in Englewood, NJ, and across seven convenient locations in New Jersey and New York.
Common Symptoms: Can You Relate to These?
- Dull, aching sensation in the lower back
- Sharp shooting pain, especially when standing up or moving suddenly
- Tightness or stiffness, particularly after periods of rest or inactivity
- Numbness or tingling radiating down one or both legs
- Muscle spasms in the lower back
- Pain that worsens after sitting for prolonged periods without proper support
- Limited flexibility when bending or twisting
- Pain aggravated by lifting, especially when using improper technique
Possible Underlying Conditions: What’s Causing My Pain?
Lower back pain can result from injuries, degenerative changes, nerve compression, or structural abnormalities. At Allied Neurology & Interventional Pain Practice, Dr. Nasiek commonly diagnoses and treats:
- Muscle or Ligament Strain: Repetitive heavy lifting or sudden awkward movements
Solution: Physical therapy, guided exercises, ergonomic modifications - Herniated or Bulging Discs: Disc material pressing on spinal nerves
Solution: Image-guided injections, physical therapy, and minimally invasive procedures - Arthritis: Osteoarthritis affecting joints in the lower spine
Solution: Anti-inflammatories, PRP therapy, lifestyle adjustments - Osteoporosis: Fragile bones leading to compression fractures
Solution: Bone-strengthening treatments, activity modifications - Sciatica: Compression of the sciatic nerve, causing radiating leg pain
Solution: Nerve blocks, physical therapy, minimally invasive interventions - Scoliosis: Abnormal curvature of the spine affecting posture and nerve function
Solution: Postural therapy, bracing, and minimally invasive surgical consultation - Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing of the spinal canal, causing nerve pressure
Solution: Epidural injections, physical therapy, and surgical referrals when needed
Tailored Solutions: Relief Is Closer Than You Think
Our state-of-the-art facilities in Northern New Jersey and New York use a patient-centered, precision-based approach to treat lower back pain. Your individualized care plan may include:
- Customized physical therapy programs
- Non-opioid pain relief medication
- Image-guided spinal injections for targeted therapy
- PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy to stimulate healing
- Regenerative medicine solutions for degenerative conditions
- Minimally invasive spine procedures for advanced cases
- Lifestyle coaching to prevent future injuries and maintain spine health
Every treatment is tailored to your specific symptoms, underlying cause, lifestyle, and personal goals.
Why Dr. Nasiek?
Dr. Dariusz Nasiek, MD, is more than a physician—a pioneer in modern pain management.
With triple board certifications in Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine, and Interventional Pain, Dr. Nasiek brings decades of clinical expertise to every patient encounter.
He has performed minimally invasive spine procedures for over 20 years, authored two groundbreaking books on spinal and regenerative therapies, and is deeply committed to patient-centered healing.
Whether you’re dealing with recent injuries or long-standing back conditions, Dr. Nasiek provides innovative, compassionate care to restore your comfort, function, and quality of life.
Conclusion
Lower back pain doesn’t have to control your life.
With an expert like Dr. Nasiek by your side, you’re not just getting treatment—you’re gaining a trusted partner who will work with you to uncover the best path to healing.
Together, we’ll help you regain your strength, stability, and freedom of movement.
