What Is Facet Arthropathy?
5. Symptoms
The main symptom of facet arthropathy is pain, which is usually located in the lower back, and will usually be focused on one part of the spine. Patients will sometimes also describe a dull ache that is located on both sides, or only on one side. The pain will typically get worse when pressure is put on the affected joint, or when the patient bends backwards or twists their spine.
Patients will often find relief from pain by bending forwards, thus relieving pressure on the facet joints. The condition can also cause the facet joint to become enlarged, potentially putting pressure on nerves in the spine. This can result in pain radiating down to the lower parts of the body.
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