When do you need physical therapy for back pain?
Sitting with poor posture. Lifting objects improperly. Repetitive movements. These are just a few of the issues that could result in back pain. Back pain is a common issue in the U.S. Studies show that 31 million Americans are living with back pain at any given time. In many cases, you may need to rest […]
Five ways to reduce your risk of lower back pain
Lower back pain seems like an inevitable fact of life as we get older. It seems like everybody has it or is bound to have it at some point. Things don’t have to be this way. There are instances of injuries and medical conditions that cause lower back pain, and these are largely unavoidable. However, […]
Three things that every person with lower back pain should know
Sitting at your desk. Walking the dog. Playing with your grandkids. These are just a few of the times when back pain can make things more difficult for you. Sooner or later, you’re bound to experience some form of lower back pain. In fact, medical researchers report that up to 80% of Americans will have […]
Did you know that a herniated disc can cause you serious back pain?
Doing your daily workout. Preparing food for dinner. Playing with your grandkids. Back pain can make these — and many other — common daily tasks much harder to do. Back pain can be caused by a variety of medical conditions. But in many cases, the back pain you feel could be caused by a herniated […]
Treating lower back pain with physical therapy exercises
Download Free Guide One of the most common types of pain in adults is lower back pain. It can occur for many reasons, including: Sitting for too long Overexertion in physical activity Incorrect posture when picking things up Traumatic injury Weighing too much Smoking Chronic conditions like arthritis and herniated discs Depending on the cause, […]
Treating lower back pain with physical therapy exercises
Download Free Guide One of the most common types of pain in adults is lower back pain. It can occur for many reasons, including: Sitting for too long Overexertion in physical activity Incorrect posture when picking things up Traumatic injury Weighing too much Smoking Chronic conditions like arthritis and herniated discs Depending on the cause, […]
Tired of lower back pain? These two types of physical therapy can help
Low back pain is the nemesis of many. That familiar ache can limit time spent working, relaxing, and enjoying life. It can lead to irritability and a whole host of other health problems. And yet it’s surprisingly common. The World Health Organization estimates that 149 million days of work are lost every year due to […]
What you need to know about neck pain and headaches from stress
Stress is nothing more than our reaction to something that upsets our physical and/or mental equilibrium. Therefore, stress is an inevitable part of life. Nevertheless, when we are faced with stress, our “fight or flight” response can be triggered; this causes the production of hormones including adrenaline and cortisol to increase and rush through your […]
What is the reason I have lower back and hip pain on one side?
There are actually several possible answers to this question. In most cases, pain is felt in both the hip and the lower back because it’s what’s known as radiating pain. This type of pain starts in one part of the body, but it ends up being felt in another part. The reason you can have […]
Pain at the base of your spine? Here’s what might be causing it
Feeling pain at the base of your spine is no fun. Pain in this area can make it difficult to sit and can even keep affecting you while standing or lying down to sleep. Occasional mild pain at the base of your spine might be a normal part of life, but prolonged or intense pain […]
Two stretches that can help stop muscle spasms in the back
Lots of people have had muscle spasms, but they might not have realized it. Muscle spasms occur when muscles involuntarily and suddenly contract. A long-lasting muscle spasm is called a cramp. Cramps are an issue that affect many people, and it’s estimated that about 6% of Americans have nocturnal leg cramps. Muscle spasms and cramps […]
Five fun activities for people with back pain
Long-lasting and frequently recurring back pain (also known as chronic back pain) is a problem not only because of the pain, but because it interrupts your daily life. Chronic back pain makes it difficult to perform simple daily tasks and can get in your way of enjoying fun activities. However, back pain shouldn’t sentence you […]
