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Bone Spur Treatment in New Jersey

Bone Spurs are hard bumps of extra bone that can form within the bones of your spine, feet, knees, hips, hands and shoulders. Mild to intense pain can occur.

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Bone spurs, also called osteophytes, are hard bumps of extra bone that form within the bones of your spine, feet, knees, hips, hands, and shoulders. While some cause no symptoms, others can lead to mild to intense pain that interferes with daily activities. If you’re experiencing bone spur pain, Oasis Orthopedic & Spine offers comprehensive bone spur treatment in New Jersey with both conservative and minimally invasive approaches. Our team serves patients throughout Northern New Jersey, including Bergen County, Passaic County, Essex County, Morris County, and Union County.

How Do I Know If I Have a Bone Spur?

Bone spurs develop when bone tissue has been damaged or irritated over an extended period. They most often result from tissue damage caused by osteoarthritis, a degenerative disease that breaks down the protective cartilage cushioning the ends of your bones. When cartilage deteriorates, your body attempts to repair the damage by producing additional bone tissue, which gradually forms into a spur.

According to the Arthritis Foundation, osteoarthritis affects more than 32.5 million adults in the United States, making bone spurs a common orthopedic concern.

What Are the Symptoms of a Bone Spur?

As a bone spur grows larger, it can pinch the spinal cord or surrounding nerves, leading to painful symptoms. Recognizing these symptoms early can help you determine whether your condition requires medical intervention. People commonly experience pain, numbness, and tenderness at the site where the growth formed. Bone spur treatment in New Jersey varies based on location and severity.

Knee: These bony growths in the knee can make it difficult to bend or fully extend your leg, causing stiffness and discomfort during movement. This limitation often impacts activities like climbing stairs, squatting, or prolonged walking, particularly affecting athletes and active individuals.

Spine: Osteophytes within your vertebrae reduce the available space in your spinal canal and often pinch nerve roots or the spinal cord itself. This spinal compression can cause numbness, tingling, or weakness in your arms or legs.

Hip: These bony growths make it difficult and painful to move your hip. Although the spur is located in the hip joint, you may feel referred pain in your knee. Depending on the spur’s position and size, your hip’s range of motion may become significantly limited, affecting your ability to walk, sit, or stand comfortably.

Shoulder: Osteophytes in the shoulder can reduce your ability to move the joint freely. Rotator cuff tears and swelling often develop as a result of these bony growths rubbing against soft tissues in the shoulder.

Hand: Symptoms in the hand can include visible bumps or lumps on the fingers or knuckles, joint stiffness, difficulty gripping objects, and pain that worsens with repetitive hand movements or activities. Hand and wrist pain from bone spurs can significantly impact daily tasks.

What Causes These Bony Growths?

Osteoarthritis is the most common cause, accounting for the majority of cases in patients over 50. However, several other conditions and factors can contribute to their development, including inflammatory conditions like bursitis:

 

If you are experiencing symptoms associated with this condition, taking the next step toward pain relief starts with an accurate diagnosis.

How Is This Condition Treated?

Treatment for this condition depends on the severity and location of the spur. The orthopedic and spine physicians at Oasis offer several treatment options to help you find lasting relief, from conservative care to advanced surgical procedures.

Non-Surgical Treatment Options

The orthopedic team at Oasis exhausts non-surgical treatment options before considering surgical intervention. These conservative approaches focus on decreasing inflammation, relieving pain, and restoring function without invasive procedures:

 

Most patients experience significant improvement with conservative treatment within 6-12 weeks.

Surgical Treatment Options

If non-surgical options have been exhausted over several months and do not provide adequate pain relief, surgery may be the next step to alleviate pain. Our team provides minimally invasive procedures that reduce recovery time as well as potential complications. Surgical options for bone spur treatment in New Jersey can include:

Recovery from minimally invasive bone spur surgery typically ranges from 4-6 weeks, with most patients returning to normal activities within 6-8 weeks.

Schedule Bone Spur Treatment in New Jersey

Don’t let pain from this condition limit your daily activities and quality of life. Oasis Orthopedic & Spine offers comprehensive bone spur treatment in New Jersey with convenient locations throughout the region. Our multidisciplinary team includes board-certified orthopedic surgeons, spine physicians, pain management doctors, and physical therapists who work together to create personalized treatment plans.

If you think you are experiencing pain from this condition, contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover the right treatment for your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are bone spurs?

Our Glen Rock practice stands out through our fellowship-trained surgeons who specialize in minimally invasive procedures. We offer same-day procedures, advanced endoscopic techniques, and comprehensive care from consultation through recovery. Our patient-first philosophy ensures personalized attention and treatment planning for optimal outcomes.

Our Glen Rock location provides access to comprehensive diagnostic imaging including MRI, CT scans, X-rays, and specialized studies needed for accurate spine and orthopedic diagnosis. We coordinate with local imaging centers and can often provide same-day or next-day imaging appointments. Our spine specialists use advanced imaging to develop precise treatment plans and track recovery progress throughout your care.

Absolutely. We encourage patients to seek second opinions for any recommended spine surgery, and we’re happy to provide comprehensive second opinion consultations at our Glen Rock location. Our experienced spine surgeons will review your imaging studies, medical history, and current symptoms to provide an independent assessment of your condition and treatment options.

Yes, we welcome family members to accompany patients during appointments at our Glen Rock location. We understand that spine and orthopedic conditions affect the entire family, and having support during consultations can be helpful. Family members can participate in education sessions about your condition and treatment options.

Our Glen Rock location utilizes state-of-the-art technology for minimally invasive spine surgery including high-definition endoscopes, surgical navigation systems, intraoperative imaging, and specialized microsurgical instruments. This advanced equipment allows our surgeons to perform complex procedures through small incisions with enhanced precision and safety.

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