Stop Ignoring Your Back Pain
Understanding Back Pain Back pain may be common, but it is absolutely not normal. There many conditions that can cause your back to begin to hurt, and it is smart to have your back looked at by a physical therapist or qualified healthcare professional early on so that you know exactly what is going on with your body from the get-go. Once the cause of your back pain is determined, your therapist will be able to identify the best treatment options for your body’s needs. This will likely include the following: • Hands on or manual techniques, postural corrective exercises and pain relief treatments. • 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.
• Site specific stretching designed to improve range of motion and flexibility. This will take into account the health of your spinal vertebrae and any potential stretches that may support optimal back health. • Support and guidance with a regular exercise routine and habit formation for proper posture and safe movement strategies, as well as strength- building activities. Attempting to undertake any of these changes on your own after you’ve experienced a back injury can be a challenge and is not advised. Working with a licensed and experienced 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. A comprehensive treatment program will include a diagnosis, instructions on self management, education on proper posture safe body mechanics and movement strategies.
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