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Where is My Back Pain Coming From?
Lower back pain is often caused by muscle strains, poor posture, injuries, and various underlying medical conditions. In some cases, back pain can radiate into the lower extremities, causing even more pain as well as problems with daily activities.
Physical therapy is a widely recognized and effective approach for managing back pain. By addressing the underlying causes, improving movement patterns, and providing targeted exercises and treatments, we cannot only alleviate existing back pain but also prevent its recurrence and enhance your overall well-being.
Common Back Pain Conditions
- Herniated Disc
- Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
- Spinal Stenosis
- Scoliosis
- Osteoarthritis
- Postural Dysfunction
- Fibromyalgia
What We Treat
Assessment and Diagnosis
We conduct a thorough assessment to identify the specific causes of your back pain, considering factors such as posture, movement patterns, muscle strength, and joint mobility.
Pain Relief
Through various procedures such as heat or cold therapy, electrical stimulation, and manual therapy techniques, our physical therapists can help alleviate back pain and discomfort.
Exercise Programs
Tailored exercise programs are designed to address specific issues contributing to your back pain. These may include stretching exercises to improve flexibility, strengthening exercises for core and supporting muscles, and aerobic exercises to enhance overall fitness.
Manual Therapy
Hands-on techniques like joint mobilization and manipulation are employed to improve joint mobility, reduce stiffness, and alleviate pain in the back. Techniques such as soft tissue mobilization, massage, and trigger point therapy can be used to release tension in muscles and improve overall tissue health.
Posture Correction
Poor posture is a common contributor to back pain. We provide guidance on maintaining proper posture during daily activities and recommend exercises to correct postural imbalances.
Strength Training
Strengthening exercises focus on the core muscles and other supporting muscles to provide stability for the spine, reducing the risk of future episodes of back pain.
Flexibility Training
Stretching exercises help improve flexibility in tight muscles, reducing strain on the back, and promoting better movement patterns.
Education and Lifestyle Modification
We can educate patients about their back condition, offering insights into the causes of your pain and providing guidance on lifestyle modifications, ergonomics, and preventive measures.
Core Stabilization
Strengthening the core muscles, including the abdominal and back muscles, is a key focus. This improves spinal stability and helps in preventing recurrent episodes of back pain.