Back Pain Slowing You Down?
Our Integrated Care Team Can Help!
Here’s a fact about back pain that may bring you some comfort: it’s one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints in the world. Around 80% of people will have back pain at least once. So, if you’re suffering now, you probably aren’t the only one!
Of course, that thought does little to help if your back pain keeps you from performing day-to-day activities — as it often does. Back pain is often accompanied by mobility restrictions that make walking, rising from sitting, or bending over difficult. And if left untreated, it can sometimes lead to long-term pain and dysfunction.
At Active Sport & Spine Therapy, we know how debilitating back pain can be. Our team of dedicated physical therapists, chiropractors, and acupuncturists will help you understand the cause or causes of your back pain and work with you one-on-one to develop a personalized treatment plan that will let you get back to the activities you love to do. Call our clinic today to set up your initial consultation!
Exercise of the Month
DOUBLE KNEES TO CHEST
- Start on your back with your knees bent.
- Slowly bring both knees to your chest.
- Grasp your knees.
- Hold for 30 seconds and repeat. 1 Set, 3 Reps
Our Patients See Results
What Causes Back Pain?
One of the reasons that back pain is so common is that it’s associated with several different injuries, underlying conditions, or lifestyle factors. That said, most back pain is non-specific, meaning it’s not caused by a specific disease or specific structural problem, but caused by mechanical issues. Mechanical issues are difficult to pinpoint and may include multiple tissues in and around the spinal joints.
The first step in treating your back pain is understanding what’s contributing to it. Because that can be different for everyone, our team always starts with a comprehensive evaluation to help us learn as much as possible about your experience with back pain, including screening for any mobility limitations or weakness you’re struggling with.
Here are some of the more common sources of back pain that we see at our clinic:
- Strains and Sprains: Strains affect the muscles and tendons in your back, while sprains affect the ligaments in your spine. Both can cause pain and limited mobility.
- Herniated Discs: Disc herniation occurs when one of the spinal discs bulges out and irritates a nearby nerve, leading to intense, often radiating pain.
- Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage and bone tissue in the spinal joints degenerate and become inflamed.
- Lifestyle Factors: Several factors can contribute to lower back pain, including improper posture, prolonged sitting, or weakness in the muscles that wrap and support your spine (your core muscles).
Why Integrated Care at Active Sport & Spine Therapy Is Your Back Pain Solution
While back pain often resolves on its own within 1-3 months, our multidisciplinary approach is an excellent choice for people with particularly intense pain or extremely restrictive mobility. It’s also useful for people with chronic back pain, especially if you’ve tried other options and not found the relief you need.
No matter what you’re going through, we take your concerns seriously and customize all our back pain treatment plans according to your specific needs: the location and severity of your back pain, any mobility restrictions, your ability level, and overall goals. We’ll work to address the underlying issues causing your pain rather than simply masking the symptoms.
How will we do this? Through a blend of the following techniques:
- Acupuncture helps boost your body’s natural pain relievers while reducing inflammation and facilitating healing in the body.
- Chiropractic adjustments can help restore mobility and alignment in the spine, relieve nerve pressure, and make it easier for you to move overall.
- A personalized therapeutic exercise plan improves the strength, mobility, and endurance of your back and core muscles. Muscle weakness significantly contributes to lower back pain, so exercise is a must.
- Specialized training personalized to your needs, such as proper techniques and activities that simulate functional movements you’ll need to perform (i.e., squats, lunges, lifting, etc.).
- Prevention strategies help reduce future back pain incidents. These strategies might include postural corrections or suggestions for at-home exercises, such as a walking program or regular strength and mobility practice.
Get Moving Again with Our Customized, Multidisciplinary Approach!
Back pain is more than just pain. It can severely restrict your mobility, leading to less exercise and movement, further contributing to pain and dysfunction. The Active Sport & Spine Therapy team is here to help you break that cycle and find relief from back pain for good. Call us today to schedule an appointment!
Embrace Heart Health This Valentine’s Season
February, a month symbolizing both love and heart health, offers a unique opportunity to focus on cardiovascular well-being. Let our Active Sport & Spine Therapy physical therapists help you commit to heart-healthy practices that enhance your overall wellness, with the following tips:
- Cardio Exercises: Engage in activities like brisk walking, swimming, or cycling to strengthen your heart.
- Partner Workouts: Valentine’s Day is perfect for trying partner exercises. Activities like dance or daily walks holding hands can make workouts enjoyable and beneficial for heart health.
- Stress Reduction: Our therapists can teach you stretches and mindful breathing to reduce stress and improve heart function.
- Healthy Habits: Learn about heart-healthy habits from your physical therapist, including diet and lifestyle tips.
Let’s take a step towards a healthier heart this Valentine’s month. Remember, taking care of your heart is not just for February; it’s a lifelong commitment!
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Healthy Recipe: Yogurt Covered Strawberries
Ingredients:
- 12 strawberries
- 10 oz vanilla Greek yogurt
- pink food coloring
Instructions:
- Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries. Line a plate or board with parchment paper. Dip each strawberry in yogurt, holding the leaves and leaving a little red at the top.
- Place on parchment and freeze 15–20 minutes. Dip again, adding pink food coloring to the yogurt a drop at a time to create a gradient if desired. Freeze for 40–60 minutes.
- Remove from the freezer only when ready to serve, as the yogurt melts quickly.
