Facet arthropathy is diagnosed using X-rays or other imaging studies. Treatment includes over-the-counter pain relievers, prescription muscle relaxers, exercise, and spinal manipulation.

By combining the information from these tests and procedures, we can more accurately diagnose facet joint syndrome and develop an appropriate treatment plan. At Ohio State, we offer nonsurgical and ...

Piriformis syndrome should be suspected when more common conditions, such as S1 radiculopathy, sacroiliitis, facet arthropathy and lumbar disk disease, have been excluded by imaging.1 Moreover, MRI of ...

Interventional study (clinical trial) — studies new tests, treatments, drugs, surgical procedures or devices ... ODI score of at least 20 and no more than 90 on a 100-point scale. Confirmation of ...

Facet arthropathy is a form of low back pain caused by osteoarthritis ... For many people, two basic forms of treatment, often used in combination, will alleviate the pain: Physical therapy and ...