The 3 parts of your spinal anatomy that are likely behind your lower back pain

Lower back pain affects almost 8% of the population worldwide and also is the number one cause of disability in the world. Back pain is frustrating to deal with, especially if it interferes with the activities you partake in daily. It’s also notoriously difficult to pinpoint, making it harder than the average condition to successfully […]

3 benefits that will have you seeking the Mulligan technique for your lower back pain

Approximately 65 million Americans suffer from back pain. Lower back pain is a common problem for many people. It can be caused by injury, heavy lifting, poor posture, repetitive motion and stress. You can reduce your chances of lower back pain by improving muscle strength and flexibility and maintaining proper posture. To experience more significant […]

4 things you should NOT do if you have a pulled lat muscle

The latissimus dorsi is a very large muscle in your back. It runs along the spine from the middle of your rib cage down to the top of your pelvis, and it’s also attached to the bones in your upper arm. The lat muscles move when you rotate your arm toward your body, or when […]

Why are you feeling back pain after recovering from COVID-19?

It’s no secret by now that COVID-19 can continue to cause people issues long after their bodies have defeated the virus. A common example of post-COVID-19 symptoms is back pain. COVID-19 has been exhibiting many new symptoms as new virus variations have emerged. This includes the infection causing back pain and headaches, even after the […]

How can physical therapists help treat my lower back and knee pain?

Lower back pain and knee pain are both very common. One medical study reports that 25% of U.S. adults surveyed had lower back pain in the past three months. Another study found that about 25% of adults experience frequent knee pain.  Having either type of pain is bad enough, but some people have the misfortune […]

Four ways you could develop latissimus dorsi muscle pain at work

Have you recently been told that the discomfort you’re experiencing is called latissimus dorsi muscle pain? If you have, you’re probably wondering what that means exactly. Let’s break it down.  What is the latissimus dorsi? The latissimus dorsi is the large, flat muscle that spans the width of your middle and lower back. This muscle […]

Two exercises physical therapists may use to treat lumbar radiculopathy

Lumbar radiculopathy is a condition that causes pain, stiffness and weakness in the lower back. Lumbar means in or near the lumbar region of the spine; radiculopathy means inflammation or pinching of one or more nerve roots.   Sciatica is a type of lumbar radiculopathy that affects about 5% of people annually. It occurs when […]

Three conditions that can lead to back, shoulder and elbow pain

It can be tricky for you to figure out why you’re feeling back, shoulder and elbow pain. There are many issues that can cause these types of pain, and your pain could originate from any of these three locations.  Fortunately, physical therapists can help you discover why you’re feeling a combination of back, shoulder and […]

Three tips that can help you get in the best position to sit with a herniated lumbar disc

You picked up a heavy box, and now your lower back is sore. You were recently in a car accident that has left you feeling lower back pain. These are both common scenarios that people who develop herniated lumbar discs have experienced — scenarios that can leave you desperate to find the best position to […]

What exercises are involved in physical therapy after back surgery?

Many issues that affect the back can be successfully treated without surgery, but that doesn’t mean that some problems won’t require surgery to heal properly.  Medical research is also reporting that more and more people are electing to have back surgery. One study reveals that the number of lumbar spinal fusions increased by more than […]

What are some common injuries you can develop while playing golf?

Golfing can have many positive health benefits. For instance, it can help improve strength and cardiovascular fitness. These and other benefits may be why 1 in every 3 Americans over the age of 6 plays, watches or reads about golf.  However, as with any sport, there is a possibility of injuring yourself while playing golf. […]

Three reasons people are developing lower back pain right now

It seems like people just aren’t surprised to develop lower back pain anymore, and there are plenty of reasons for this attitude.  For one thing, it’s reported that up to 33% of people are experiencing lower back pain at any given time. That translates into nearly 109 million Americans based on current population data. With […]