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]
Back Pain
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]
Low Back Pain
The back is made up of bone, muscle and ligaments, all of which are capable of incurring damage from wear and tear and even disease. Back pain is often the result of a breakdown in the pads/discs between the vertebrae. This breakdown can be due to injury, disease, or other changes, including age and can be a source of a great deal of pain that can be constant and debilitating. In fact, more than one-third of all American adults reports having some form of chronic back pain. Here is more about ... [Read More]
Why You May Need Physical Therapy for Back Pain: More than Just a New Mattress
If you suffer from an aching back, you are not alone: according to the National Institutes of Health, back pain is one of the most common medical problems in the United States. Although a lumpy, unsupportive mattress can lead to back stiffness and pain, you may need more than just a new mattress to get your back on track. Back pain basics Back pain is generally categorized as upper or lower back pain. Lower back pain is by far the most common, occurring most often in mature and older ... [Read More]
