How Do I Know If My Neck Is The Cause?
3. Now,sitdown in frontof thesameperson.Repeat thesame turningmotions from a chair or couch. Again, have them take note of how far you are able to comfortably turn your head. 4. Ask iftherewereanydifferences intheturningmovement.Didonesideseem 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, it means that the muscles in your back or upper back are tight. These constricted motions can cause pain in the lower back. HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP ME? Physical therapy is the leading recommendation forbackpain.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, they will create a specialized treatmentplan foryou,basedon theirdiagnosisofyourspecificneeds.Aphysical 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. We’ll get you movingcomfortablyagain inno time.CallWashingtonPhysicalTherapy&Rehab today 425.820.2110!
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. They will 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 same motion to the right. Have them take note of how far you are able to go.
Relieve Back Pain In Minutes Try this movement to relieve back pain
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