Back pain is the number one reason for disability and missed work in the United States. Of the many reasons for back pain, slipped discs is one of the most common. But what exactly is a slipped vertebra, and how is it treated? Understanding this and knowing your treatment options can help you select the right course of action to overcome pain and lost time at work and doing the things you love. Slipped vertebra – what’s in a name? Discs sit between the vertebrae in the back and are responsible ... [Read More]
Back Pain
Physical Therapy in Austin After Low Back Surgery
Any type of spinal surgery is considered a major procedure, as the spine contains and protects the spinal cord – which is the baseline of all nerve function. The spine also helps us stand up, lift, bend, and perform other motions. Regardless of the reason for your low back surgery, you will need to have physical therapy after your operation in order for your back and spine to recover properly. Let’s talk about why physical therapy is so important after spine surgery. Reasons for Spine Sur ... [Read More]
Treatments for Back Pain
Back pain is debilitating for millions of people worldwide. Here in the U.S., it is one of the leading causes of missed work and disability. If a person sees a doctor for back pain, the physician is likely to recommend a variety of techniques to try to lessen the person’s pain. Conservative, less-invasive treatments for back pain are attempted first, including physical therapy, dry needling, and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). Let’s take a look at some of the the ... [Read More]
How Can Physical Therapy Relieve Back Pain?
Lower back pain is one of the most common ailments people experience. It is also the most common diagnosis that contributes to disability claims, time off work, and is one of the most common reasons why people see medical professionals every year, second only to the common cold. One of the reasons why back pain is so common is because there are so many different causes for it. Poor posture, being overweight, and poor lifestyle choices are just a few examples of why people experience back pain. ... [Read More]
Problems from Sitting at a Desk All Day
You probably have seen the teaser in your newsfeed: “Why sitting for too long is the new smoking.” While we don’t advocate either practice, both can bring more harm than good. Whether you sit at a desk in an office or school, man a cash register or drive for hours at a time, there is no disputing the health hazards of sitting all day. Being stationary for long periods of time can lead to any number of health problems. The good news is you can take a stand against sitting, especially the more you ... [Read More]
