UNDERSTANDING BACK PAIN
Backpainmaybecommon, but it isabsolutelynotnormal. Thereareactuallya lotofseriousconditions thatcancause yourback tobegin tohurt,and it issmart tohaveyourback looked at by a physician 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 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 exercisesaredesigned tohelpbuildstrengthandsupport the surrounding muscles. • Guided stretching designed to improve range of motion and flexibility. This will take into account the health and vivacityofvertebraeandanypotentialstretches thatmay support optimal back health. • Support and guidance with an exercise routine and habit formation, especially with cardiovascular activity that can stimulate improved blood circulation to the affected areas of the back, as well as strength-building activities. Attempting toundertakeanyof thesechangesonyourown afteryou’veexperiencedaback injury isbothdangerousand notrecommended.Workingwitha licensedandexperienced 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.
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 disk • Tear or hyper-extension to the supporting muscles or tendons • Arthritis
These concerns can develop as a result of a myriad of environmental issues, such as having poor posture, prolonged sedentary activity, car crash, sporting accident, stress, heavy lifting, and so on. When you experience an injury to your back, or realize that you are experiencing regular pain as a result of an ongoing injury or overuse, it is important to find out the cause of your back pain as quicklyaspossible.Backpaincanquicklybecomechronic, as a potentially small issue can become complicated when 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. Call today for more details! (479) 855-9348
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