Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints among adults. In fact, 26% of adults in the U.S. have lower back pain at any given time, and 80% will experience it during their lifetime. You might be surprised to learn that lower back pain can be related to various causes.
Lower back pain can make simple movements like lying down, walking or bending over uncomfortable. REPAIR SI offers evidence-based physical therapy techniques designed to reduce pain, improve function and get you back to feeling your best.
Why does lower back pain occur?
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- Muscle strains
- Poor posture
- Sitting too long
- Overuse
- Heavy lifting
- Injury from accidents or sports
- Joint problems, like osteoarthritis
- Other medical conditions, such as arthritis, kidney stones, etc.
If your lower back injury is recent and/or severe, you should visit a medical professional as soon as possible. Other treatments for lower back pain, like physical therapy, can strengthen your muscles to better support your spine. Rehabilitation in PT can help improve your flexibility and help you reduce the risk of future injuries. Furthermore, PT can support your posture, alignment and balance.
At REPAIR SI, PT for your lower back will begin with a full-body functional movement assessment to check your posture, balance and muscle coordination. Our empathetic team of experts uses noninvasive, targeted techniques to help restore your strength and movement patterns. Our approach not only can reduce your pain but also supports your overall wellness by integrating recovery, performance and lifestyle care beyond traditional PT.
5 proven techniques used in PT for lower back pain
- McKenzie Method® — This modality combines assessment and exercises to help alleviate pain in the back and neck.
- Manual therapy — This technique involves a physical therapist using their hands to massage your tissues and joints to manage pain and increase mobility.
- Fitness training — When done under the supervision of a physical therapist, certain exercises, such as squats, hinges or lunge variations, can reduce pain in your spine.
- Acupuncture — Acupuncture is used by licensed practitioners to release muscle tension. Research shows that incorporating acupuncture into your rehabilitation process may shorten recovery times by managing pain and reducing swelling.
- Chiropractic care — Chiropractic care can promote relaxation and relieve muscle tension.
How REPAIR SI implements these to support long-term relief
Lower back pain shouldn’t be something you just have to live with. The right physical therapy techniques can get you back to feeling your best. At REPAIR SI, our experts provide advanced PT treatments, customized to fit your needs and treatment goals, to help you regain mobility, reduce pain and get back to your life. Contact our team today for more information or to schedule an initial appointment.