If you’ve undergone spine surgery but still experience persistent or worsening pain, you might be dealing with Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS). At Total Spine and Orthopedics, our experienced specialists understand how frustrating ongoing pain after surgery can be. We're dedicated to providing personalized care to help you regain comfort and quality of life.

What Is Failed Back Surgery Syndrome?

Failed Back Surgery Syndrome, often abbreviated FBSS, is a term used to describe continued or new chronic pain following spine surgery. FBSS doesn't necessarily mean that your surgery was performed incorrectly. Instead, it indicates that the desired outcome—relief from back or leg pain—wasn't fully achieved.

Common Causes of FBSS:

• Scar Tissue Formation (Epidural Fibrosis): Excessive scar tissue pressing against nerves or surrounding tissues.
• Recurrent Disc Herniation: The same disc may herniate again, or another disc could become damaged.
• Spinal Instability: Excessive motion at spinal segments following surgery.
• Incomplete Decompression: Persistent nerve compression despite surgery.
• Incorrect Initial Diagnosis: Original symptoms might have been caused by an undiagnosed condition.

Symptoms of Failed Back Surgery Syndrome

Common symptoms of FBSS can include:

• Persistent back pain
• Pain radiating down the legs (sciatica)
• Numbness, tingling, or weakness
• Increased pain with physical activities or prolonged sitting and standing
• Reduced mobility and flexibility

If these symptoms sound familiar, it's important to seek a thorough evaluation from a spine specialist.

How Total Spine and Orthopedics Can Help

At Total Spine and Orthopedics, our compassionate and highly skilled medical team employs advanced diagnostic techniques to determine the underlying causes of your ongoing pain. Our approach is patient-focused and individualized, aiming for long-lasting relief through conservative and minimally invasive treatments whenever possible.

Potential Treatment Options For Failed Back Surgery Syndrome:

• Interventional Pain Management: Personalized treatment plans including Nerve blocks, epidural steroid injections, and advanced pain-relieving procedures.
• Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation: Customized programs designed to strengthen your back, improve flexibility, and enhance mobility.
• Minimally Invasive Spine Procedures: Less invasive surgical options to reduce scarring and recovery time.
• Spinal Cord Stimulation: An innovative therapy that interrupts pain signals to significantly reduce chronic pain.
• Revision Spine Surgery: For select patients, revision surgery by our expert spine surgeons may effectively address unresolved issues from previous procedures.

Why Choose Total Spine and Orthopedics?

At Total Spine and Orthopedics, our specialists have extensive experience in successfully treating Failed Back Surgery Syndrome. We understand that each patient's experience is unique, which is why we offer personalized treatment plans specifically tailored to your needs.

We’re committed to helping you overcome chronic pain and restore your active lifestyle.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

You don’t have to live with the disappointment of unresolved back pain after surgery. Take the first step towards effective pain relief by scheduling a consultation with Total Spine today! Our team is ready to listen, evaluate, and create a path forward designed around your specific condition.