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The low back is one of the most critical parts of the body. You rely on it so heavily — whether it is to shoulder your emotional stresses or to physically lift something that you need to carry with you. Your back is constantly at work. It is on demand when you drive to hold you up and could be one of the body parts to take the biggest impact in case of an accident. It can be at risk when you are safely at home on your couch or at the office, where it can be comfortable to be scrunched over and not caring one bit about your posture. It is at work when you run, when you play sports, and even when you find yourself sick and are coughing so heavily that your back begins to hurt. It is no wonder that so many people experience back injuries every year. What is a big wonder is that so many people choose to ignore their back injuries year after year! When you break an arm or get a cut on your leg, you are likely to do something about it right away. The sight of blood leaving your body or the realization that a bone isn’t sitting right is something that not many people are going to deal with for too long before seeking medical attention. Yet when pain begins in the back, it is almost normal to ignore it. Everyone develops back pain, time to time, right? There is no reason to stress about it or overreact, right? Absolutely wrong! Understanding Back Pain Back pain may be common, but it is absolutely not normal. There are actually a lot of serious and not-so-serious conditions that can cause your back to begin to hurt, and it is smart to have your back looked at by a physician or physical therapist early on so that you know exactly what is going on with your body from the get-go. Don’t Ignore Your Aching Back!
Once the cause of your back pain is determined, your physical therapist will be able to identify the best treatment options for your body’s needs. This will likely include the following: • Targeted exercises that are specialized to the region of the back that is experiencing the most pain. These exercises are designed to help build strength and support the surrounding muscles. • Guided stretching designed to improve range of motion and flexibility. This will take into account the health and overall condition of vertebrae and any potential stretches that may support optimal back health. • Support and guidance with a continued exercise routine and lifestyle changes to keep the back in tip-top shape. This will include cardiovascular activity to stimulate improved blood circulation, strength-building activities and how to understand which activities put more strain on your condition. Attempting to undertake some of these changes on your own after you’ve experienced a back injury can be difficult. Working with a licensed and experienced physical therapist can provide you with the guidance and ongoing support that you need to ensure that you do not experience any further injury as you attempt to heal the cause of your back pain. . If you or a loved one suffers from back pain, you still have options. Call TODAY to schedule an evaluation with Breckenridge Physical Therapy
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