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Westwood, NJ ( connect2business ) August 23, 2013 - Back pain is a common problem, but that does not make it any less painful or irritating. The pain in your back may escalate until it interferes with normal activities, and this can severely impact your daily life in a multitude of ways. People suffering from chronic or severe back pain should contact a medical professional, as they may be suffering from a larger problem that they do not even know about.

Dr. Richard Rhim of Active Orthopedics diagnoses and treats a long list of spinal conditions that may be causing mild to severe back pain in patients. The various causes may include things like degenerative disc disease, disc herniation, myofascial pain syndrome, facet joint syndrome, spinal stenosis, strain, fractures, and more. Every individual varies greatly in whatever condition he or she may have, so Dr. Richard Rhim is always sure to develop a treatment plan specific to individual cases.

The wide range of possible conditions involving back pain means that there is a wide range of possible treatments. Dr. Rhim always looks for effective nonsurgical methods first, considering surgery a last resort. The nonsurgical treatment plans may include things like anti-inflammatory medications, exercise, physical therapy, steroid injections, modifying normal activities, and education on how to prevent further harm.

Sometimes, nonsurgical methods are not effective and the pain may only worsen. In these cases, Dr. Rhim may recommend some form of minimally invasive or traditional surgery. If left untreated, certain conditions that cause back pain may affect other parts of the body and result in serious health risks. Although surgery always carries its own risks, an experienced and a specialized spine surgeon like Dr. Rhim can perform the procedures safely and effectively to meet the needs of every patient's case.

If you are experiencing chronic or severe back pain, Dr. Rhim recommends scheduling an appointment with a board certified medical professional. It is important that you do not ignore severe pain in the back, as it can indicate something more serious than poor posture or back strain. Dr. Rhim offers a wide array of treatment options, and works with his patients to develop a personalized treatment plan for optimal results.

About Dr. Rhim

Dr. Richard Rhim is a board certified and fellowship trained spine surgeon. He obtained his undergraduate education at Boston College, and received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL. He then trained at a combined orthopedic and neurosurgical spine fellowship at New England Baptist Hospital in Boston, MA.

Dr. Rhim specializes in spinal reconstructive surgery utilizing the latest minimally invasive and microsurgical techniques as well as traditional open surgery. His treatment philosophy centers on compassionate, conservative, evidence-based care.

Practicing at Active Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Dr. Rhim can be reached at (201) 358-0707 in Westwood, (201) 343-2277 in Hackensack or at http://www.activeorthopedic.com/

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Dr. Richard Rhim is a board certified and fellowship trained spine surgeon. He obtained his undergraduate education at Boston College, and received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL. He then trained at a combined orthopedic and neurosurgical spine fellowship at New England Baptist Hospital in Boston, MA.