Is My NECK The Cause of My BACK Pain?
It can sometimes to be difficult to determine if your back pain is rooted in your neck. This simple, at-home test can assist you in figuring it out: 1. Stand straight in front of another person. Theywill be your eyes regarding the movements you make. 2. Once they are watching you, turn your head as far as you comfortably can to the left. Repeat the samemotion to the right. Have them take note of how far you are able to go. 3. Now, sit down in front of the same person. Repeat the same turningmotions froma chair or couch. Again, have them take note of how far you are able to comfortably turn your head. 4. Ask if therewere any differences in the turningmovement. Did one side seem to turn further than the other? Was there a difference in standing vs. sitting? This test is helpful in finding out if your neck is causing (or is at risk of causing) pain in your lower back. If your movement
is limited, especially sitting down, itmeans that themuscles in your back or upper back are tight. These constrictedmotions can cause pain in the lower back. How Physical Therapy Can Help Physical therapy is the leading recommendation for back pain. Physical therapists are trained to evaluate muscle and joint movement, and they can easily assist you in finding the root of your problem. They will thoroughly evaluate you to figure out why you are experiencing pain, determining the source and treating all affected areas. After your initial consultation, theywill create a specialized treatment plan for you, based on their diagnosis of your specific needs. A physical therapist’s end goal is the same as yours – to get you feeling better, healthier, and more comfortable! If you are experiencing lower back pain and think it may be caused by an issue occurring in your neck, give us a call today at 901-850-5246. We’ll get you moving comfortably again in no time.
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