Keeping you from working a full day. Making your daily dog walking a chore. Taking away your enthusiasm for playing with your grandkids. These are just a few of the effects that lower back pain can have on your life.
This issue is also called lumbar pain, and it’s far too common an issue in the U.S. In fact, medical researchers report that at any given moment more than 31 million Americans are dealing with back pain. Physical therapy can be an effective treatment option for lumbar pain, but you’ll need to understand what’s causing your pain in order to get the most from your physical therapy.
Common causes of lower back pain
There are numerous potential causes for lower back pain. These days, poor posture and alignment of the spine is becoming an increasingly common cause. This is likely because 86% of Americans are now sitting down all day while they work.
Without the proper lumbar support from an ergonomic desk chair, lumbar pain can quickly occur as a result of poor posture. Many workers also don’t get up and move around enough. In turn, this can lead to limited movement of the spinal joints throughout the day. Even those who are on their feet most of the day can suffer from lower back pain. Typically, this is a result of poor spinal and abdominal muscle support and lack of proper coordination of the spinal muscles.
While lumbar pain cannot always be prevented, physical therapists can help reduce your risk of lumbar injuries and pain. They can do so by making suggestions that help ensure your back is well supported with proper posture throughout the day. For desk workers, this could mean investing in an ergonomic desk chair. For others, it may mean purchasing a quality pair of athletic shoes that provide the proper level of foot and back support.
How can physical therapy reduce your lower back pain?
The good news is that physical therapy can do a lot of good for people with lower back pain. Seeking physical therapy for your lumbar pain is always recommended before you decide to start taking any prescription medications.
Anti-inflammatories and other medication may relieve your back pain in the short term but can also lead to long-term side effects. With physical therapy, you can enjoy a noninvasive and drug-free approach to long-term back pain relief. Further, physical therapy should always be attempted before taking any drastic measures, such as having back surgery.
Some of the therapy techniques that can benefit your lumbar pain include:
Find effective lower back pain treatment at Panther Physical Therapy
Searching for effective physical therapy for your lower back pain? You’ll find it at Panther Physical Therapy. Our team can get your physical therapy started with a free screening. This service is designed to reveal the source of your back pain. We can then build you a personalized therapy plan designed to target the specific cause of your pain.
Are you unable to leave your home right now? Don’t worry! This doesn’t mean you can’t get the therapy you need. In fact, our team offers virtual therapy and at-home care services that are intended to help patients who can’t leave their home. You can even start using our therapy services without first obtaining a referral from your doctor.
Contact our team today for more information about how we can help treat your back pain or to schedule your initial appointment.
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