Getting to the Bottom of Back Pain
There are a lot of different reasons as to why you may be experiencing back pain, and ignoring any of them is not a good idea. Some of the most common issues that cause back pain to linger include: • Muscle sprain or strain • Slipped vertebrae or disc • Tear or hyperextension to the supporting muscles or tendons • Arthritis Theseconcernscandevelopasaresultofamyriadofenvironmental issues, suchashavingpoorposture,prolongedsedentaryactivity,carcrash,sporting accident, stress, heavy lifting, and so on. When it comes to back pain, Don’t Wait! Whenyouexperiencean injurytoyourback,orrealizethatyouareexperiencing regularpainasaresultofanongoing injuryoroveruse, it is important tofind outthecauseofyourbackpainasquicklyaspossible.Backpaincanquickly becomechronic,asapotentiallysmall issuecanbecomecomplicatedwhen it is not addressed early on. Working with a physical therapist can help you to identify the difference between environmental causes and something more medically based. To get started with putting an end to your back pain, contact us today at Redondo Beach 310-376-9222 • Rancho Palos Verdes 310-544-7325
6 BACK CONDITIONS YOU SHOULDN’T IGNORE
4. Lumbar sprain/strain: This is a common cause of low back paindue to injuryofmusclesand tendons. The rows of muscles that runupanddown thesidesof the spinal column, are the major muscle groups usually involved in lower back injury. 5. Fractures: These are due to trauma, or sometimes occur without any injury in people with osteoporosis. 6. Spinal cord compression: This is unusual, but very worrisome and may be associated with weakness and loss of bowel/ bladder control. The sooner you get physical therapy help, the faster you will get relief. Our expert physical therapists help you regain proper mobilityandstabilityofyourspine, reduce pain and teach you how to take care of your spine. Talk toyourdoctororgiveusacall today to learn more about how we can help you.
Doyoufeelachesandpains inyour lowerback? Ifso,youarenotalone. FouroutofeveryfiveAmericanswill suffer frombackpainatsome time in their lives. Without proper spine mobility, stability and alignment your back structures wear down over time, similar to tires that are out of alignment. There are many different back conditions, but here are a few common ones: 1. Lumbarorsacral radiculopathy: The result of pressure on a nerve exiting the spine. Pain, numbness and tingling can be felt down in different parts of the leg. 2. Sciatica: This comes from compressionof thesciaticnerve byamusclecalled thepiriformis, deep in the buttock. Symptoms can radiate down the buttock and leg. 3. Spinal stenosis: This is a narrowing of the bony spinal canal which causes rubbing or pressure on nerves. Central canal stenosis is quite serious as it presses upon the spinal cord.
Relieve Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain. Stretches Lower Back STRAIGHT LEG RAISE - SLR While lying or sitting, raise up your leg with a straight knee. Keep the opposite knee bent with the foot planted to the ground. Repeat 6 times on both sides.
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