N E W S L E T T E R
DON’T LET PAIN SLOW YOU DOWN
YOU CAN LEAVE YOUR BACK PAIN IN THE DUST
Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t seek treatment when back pain arises. Before they know it, they have a big problem. They might assume nothing—except for medication—can solve their back pain problem. Medication might mask the pain in the short-term, but it won’t address the root cause. Medication is not a long-term fix to manage your symptoms! Back Pain Solutions The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke covers a number of back pain remedies. These include the use of strength exercise, physical therapy and medication. Treatment for low back pain does not have to be an expensive trip to a spine specialist or an opioid prescription. In fact, majority of low back pain can be treated conservatively with skilled, supervised Physical Therapy care. Recent studies on low back pain report only 3-15% of people should undergo further medical investigation, such as an MRI or X ray. See a Physical Therapist first! Contact us today at 773.799.2795 or visit our website at thefitinstitutechicago.com to find out more about howwe can help you take charge of your back pain.
Are you suffering from low back pain, stiffness, or discomfort? Is your low back pain preventing you from doing the activities you love to do, impacting your sleep, or ability to work? You are not alone. As one of the most common physical complaints, over 80 percent of the U.S. population will suffer from it at some point in their lifetime. It is time to take control of your pain, find empowerment through healthy movement, and improve your quality of life! What Causes Back Pain? There are a lot of factors that can contribute to the low back pain you are experiencing. The American Physical Therapy Association covers each of these, but the following are leading causes: • Spinal and core muscle weaknesses • Bad posture • Spinal muscle and tissue damage • Improper lifting form • Limited hip, spine and thigh muscle flexibility • Bad abdominal, pelvic and back muscle coordination
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