Somerset, NJ -- (SBWire) -- 02/28/2017 --The University Pain Medicine Center helps patients who are in search of lower back pain relief in Union, NJ and the surrounding areas. In fact, the esteemed medical practice is pleased to announce that their specialists offer treatment for radiculitis, which is a condition that causes chronic back pain.

Radiculitis can be found in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions. This condition stems from a compressed nerve where it exits the spinal column. This issue occurs directly at or near the nerve root along the spine. Patients can experience localized pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness due to the mechanical compression or irritation of these nerves. Radiculitis can occur due to disc herniation, scoliosis, diabetes, thickening of surrounding ligaments, osteophytes, and tumors.

When a physician at the University Pain Medicine Center meets with a patient for the first time about his or her back pain, the physician conducts a full evaluation of the patient's medical history and a physical. The physician will ask questions regarding any symptoms and their location, test muscle strength, reflexes, and sensation to fully understand the issue.

The University Pain Medicine Center will prescribe an appropriate and effective form of treatment after they complete testing which could include X-rays, MRIs, Cat Scans, and electromyograms. Their goal is to treat the patient's back pain with the latest and most advanced pain relief methods.

Interested parties who wish to understand their back pain or want to receive sciatica treatment in Union, NJ are invited to contact the University Pain Medicine Center. This medical practice can be reached by calling 732-823-0028 or visiting them online at http://upmcnj.com/ to schedule an appointment.

About The University Pain Medicine Center
The University Pain Medicine Center is a medical practice that is committed to helping patients manage their acute and chronic pain or recover from their injuries. In particular, they specialize in using minimally invasive techniques treatment options and procedures to help patients find relief from back, neck, knee, hip, shoulder pain, and much more. Their board-certified physicians work out of five office locations in New Jersey and New York, and those who would like to learn more about the practice, or find the nearest location, are encouraged to visit http://upmcnj.com.