Living with back pain can turn simple days into long ones. Sitting at work, picking up groceries, or trying to sleep through the night may all start to feel harder than they should. At TX Spine and Joint in Houston, Dr. Ankur Mehta and our team take the time to listen, explain what we find in plain language, and talk through options that may help you feel more like yourself again.
You do not need to know medical terms to get started. You just need a clear next step.
When Everyday Back Pain Becomes a Real Problem
Most people pull a muscle or wake up stiff now and then. That kind of discomfort often eases with rest and time. It may be time to seek care when pain:
- Lasts more than a few weeks or keeps coming back
- Limits walking, driving, work, or sleep
- Travels into the buttock or leg (see also our sciatica page)
- Makes you avoid activities you used to enjoy
- Came on after a lift, fall, or long stretch of sitting
Persistent back pain is common—and it is also worth evaluating. Early clarity can help you avoid guessing your way through weeks of frustration.
How We Figure Out What May Be Causing Your Pain
Your first visit is a conversation as much as an exam. We ask when the pain started, what makes it better or worse, and how it affects your day. Dr. Mehta reviews your history, performs a focused physical exam, and looks at any imaging you already have (MRI, X-ray, or other reports).
If more information would help, we may suggest additional evaluation. The goal is not a stack of tests for their own sake—it is a clearer picture of what may be driving your symptoms so we can discuss next steps that fit you.
We do not diagnose or prescribe through this website. Your plan is built in person after clinical evaluation.
Treatment Options We May Discuss
Care is individualized. Depending on what we find, options may include:
- Activity guidance and conservative approaches aimed at easing symptoms and supporting function
- Image-guided injections when appropriate to help calm irritated areas
- Regenerative options for carefully selected patients
- Minimally invasive approaches such as Vertiflex Superion for certain spinal stenosis patterns, when appropriate
- Coordination with physical therapy or other providers when that supports your goals
Not every option is right for every person. We explain why something may—or may not—make sense for your situation, in language you can follow.
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Ready to talk through your back pain with a Houston physician who focuses on spine and joint care? Call 832-849-0909, text 832-909-0869, or schedule online.
Regenerative Care and Vertiflex—When They May Fit
Some patients ask about regenerative treatments as a way to support the body’s own healing response. When appropriate, we discuss whether those options may be a reasonable part of your plan.
Others have narrowing in the spinal canal (spinal stenosis) that makes standing or walking painful. For select patients, Vertiflex Superion is a minimally invasive option that may help create more space in the canal. We only recommend it when the clinical picture supports it—and we explain the “why” before anything moves forward.
Want more detail on stenosis-related care? Visit our spinal stenosis / Vertiflex page as well.
Related concerns we often see alongside back pain:
Getting Back to Work, Sports, and Daily Life
Pain is not only about a number on a scale—it is about what you can do. Whether you lift at a job site, sit at a desk, coach a weekend team, or simply want to walk the neighborhood without stopping, we keep your real-life goals in view.
Return-to-activity plans are gradual and practical. We talk about what to try, what to ease into, and when to check back in. Our sports injuries page covers activity-related concerns in more detail.
Visit Us on Long Point Road in Houston
TX Spine and Joint
Dr. Ankur Mehta, DO
8830 Long Point Rd. #502
Houston, TX 77055
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00am–5:00pm · Friday 8:00am–4:00pm
Call: 832-849-0909
Text: 832-909-0869
Schedule: Request an appointment
Email: info@txspineandjoint.com
Serving patients across Houston and nearby neighborhoods who want thoughtful, understandable care for back pain—without the runaround.
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Do not keep pushing through back pain that is stealing your days. Call 832-849-0909 or schedule with Dr. Mehta today. We are ready to listen.