Please choose one of the links below to learn more about a specific
spinal condition.
When should you see a doctor?
There are a few signs that may indicate serious spinal problems. If
you experience any of these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.
Loss of control of the bowel or bladder, or retention
of urine, may indicate potentially dangerous damage to the spine's
cauda equina nerves. The cauda equina is a bundle of nerves in
the low back where the spinal cord ends. Damage to these nerves
can be permanent if not treated aggressively. This problem should
be seen the same day by a spine specialist or by an emergency room.
Weakness or numbness in a leg or arm, especially
if it is severe or getting worse also points to nerve damage.
This includes "foot
drop," a condition where the muscles of the leg and foot are
too weak to raise the foot up as the individual attempts to walk.
Again, nerve damage associated with these symptoms can be permanent
if not treated immediately. This problem should be seen within
24 hours by a spine specialist.
Any numbness, pain or tingling that radiates into an arm or leg is also
a source for immediate concern and should be seen within 24 hours by
a spine specialist.
High fever accompanied by back pain, may indicate a possible infection
of the spine and should be seen within 24 hours.
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