PHYSICAL THERAPY IS AN EFFECTIVE BACK PAIN SOLUTION!
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You’re in luck: For most people, back pain resolves on its own. And for those that continue to experience pain, physical therapy can help. According to research on back pain, physical therapy treatments are effective for acute and chronic conditions. Physical therapy treatments for back pain include manual therapy, joint mobilization manipulation, exercise instruction, education and techniques like the McKenzie Method and Therapeutic Yoga. These have all been proven to help alleviate pain and restore function. Physical therapists assess your particular condition to identify the contributing factors and address ALL of them. Rather than focusing on one cause of your pain, your physical therapist will address all of the causes. We are skilled at hands-on intervention and exercise selection for the most comprehensive and appropriate intervention to help you resolve your pain and/or restore your function. Back Pain Prevention A little prevention goes a long way. If you want to avoid future back pain, you can make sure you’re being good to your back. Limit Sitting For Too Long Prolonged sitting is not good for your back, or your overall health. Although adjusting your posture while sitting can be helpful, a more effective option is to stand up periodically throughout the day. Limit your sitting to 30-45 minutes at a time. The results will be noticeable! Use Good Posture Our spine is designed to move which means our posture should also move. The spine does not like to remain in any one position for extended times. Most people slouch and then hold that position for extended periods of time. By finding a “good” posture you can counteract the slouch. When you’re standing, imagine your breast bone is lifted
towards the sky. This will naturally cause your spine to straighten out — lifting you up — keeping your hips, spine, shoulders and neck aligned. Use Strength Training Your body has hundreds of muscles. These muscles protect and control your spine. By lifting weights, running and swimming, you can keep them strong. Train the muscles of your hips, pelvis and spine — your core muscles. Call Our Clinic Today Visit a physical therapist for a comprehensive assessment and learn what steps you can take to alleviate your pain and prevent further episodes. If you have a history of back injuries, pain or minor aches, don’t hesitate to talk to a physical therapist. We offer the results you are looking for! Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30252425/ • https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32669487/ • https:// pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29602304/ • https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD006555. pub2/full?highlightAbstract=back%7Cexercise%7Cpain%7Cexercis • https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/ doi/10.1002/14651858.CD004057.pub3/full?highlightAbstract=back%7Cpain • https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih. gov/27285608/• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2200681/ • https://www.health.harvard.edu/pain/ dont-take-back-pain-sitting-down
EXERCISE OF THE MONTH Cat Cow Flow Begin on your hands and knees in table pose, with a neutral spine. As you inhale and move into cow pose, lift your sit bones upward, press your chest forward and allow your belly to sink. Lift your head, relax your shoulders away from your ears, and gaze straight ahead. As you exhale, come into cat pose while rounding your spine outward, tucking in your tailbone, and drawing your pubic bone forward. Release your head toward the floor. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any questions about how to perform this exercise.
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