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$Unique_ID{BRK01958}
$Pretitle{}
$Title{What is Facet Syndrome?}
$Subject{Facet facet's Syndrome pain pains vertebra vertebral column posture
postures stand standing sit sitting Muscle muscles spasm spasms arthritis
arthritic x-ray x-rays spine back}
$Volume{}
$Log{
Anatomy of the Spine*0005102.scf
Osteoarthritis can Cause Lower Back Pain*0005001.scf}
Copyright (c) 1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc.
What is Facet Syndrome?
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QUESTION: Could you please explain what facet syndrome is? Also, what is the
correct pronunciation of it?
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ANSWER: Facet's syndrome (it's pronounced "fasets") is a term used when the
patient complains of pains which originate in the vertebral column and which
sometimes are aggravated by standing or sitting in certain postures. Muscle
spasm may be present, and both sides of the body can be involved at the same
time. Actually, it's a type of arthritic process which involves a small area
on the surface of a vertebra (a facet) where one bone in the spinal column
connects with the vertebra above or below it. Usually, the diagnosis can be
made by taking x-rays of the spine from different angles. Often the pain can
be relieved with rest and physical therapy can be very helpful in getting you
over some of the difficult times when pain is great, and which, unfortunately,
may return from time to time.
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The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
problem.