Condition
Facet Joint Syndrome
Arthritis or irritation of the small stabilizing joints of the spine.
Overview
Facet joint syndrome refers to pain originating from the small paired joints that stabilize each spinal segment, often due to arthritis or injury. It's a very common but frequently under-diagnosed cause of chronic neck and back pain.
Common Symptoms
- •Localized back or neck pain
- •Pain worse with twisting or arching backward
- •Stiffness
Important note
This page is for general education and is not a diagnosis. Many conditions share overlapping symptoms — an accurate diagnosis requires a physical evaluation and, often, imaging or electrodiagnostic testing with our providers.
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