Tropism

Facet joint tropism refers to a situation where there is a difference in the orientation/angle of facet joints (i.e. between the left and right sides) with respect to each other in the sagittal plane. This can lead to unequal biomechanical forces on the facet joints and intervertebral disc during rotation and other physiological movements. The reported incidence in the lumbar spine has been variable at around 40-70%. In the lumbar spine, the L4-L5 level is considered the most commonly affected level.

Dr. Tenckhoff uses Cox Technic Flexion Distraction and Decompression to widen the canal space, drop the intradiscal pressure and increase the disc height to relieve pain. In office adjunctive care may hasten your recovery.