If you find yourself struggling to sit up straight on a daily basis, you most likely have an ongoing posture issue. It is common for back pain to develop as the result of poor posture. If your posture is not correct, it can cause stress on other parts of your body, resulting in pain, inflammation, … Read more
There are many reasons why one may develop back or neck pain. Back pain and neck pain may range from mild to severe, and you may experience accompanying symptoms. Neck pain is most commonly caused by muscle strains, which can develop due to a cervical herniated disc, cervical degenerative disc disease, or cervical osteoarthritis. Anything … Read more
You know something is wrong with you, but you’re not sure what it is. Strange neck pains, back pains, or extremities symptoms can suggest a multitude of issues, including a herniated disc or several herniated discs. What are your options if you have a herniated disc? These questions don’t have to add to your physical … Read more
Did you know that approximately 80 percent of Americans have experienced (or will experience) back pain? That’s a depressing statistic, especially if you’re already one of those sufferers. Chronic back aches can prevent you from performing the countless daily tasks you need or want to perform. Even when you’re not engaged in physical activity, your … Read more
Do you have low back pain that won’t go away? If you have, you are aware of how debilitating it can be. It may appear simple to take medication to relieve pain, but with prescription medication overuse becoming a national epidemic, many people with lower back pain are looking for a more straightforward alternative. According … Read more
Chronic back pain is one of the most common reasons patients come to see our physical therapist. In fact, it’s the most common cause of pain in the United States. Back pain can be caused by a variety of medical disorders, but herniated discs are the most common cause. It is estimated that about 60-80% … Read more
How to Better Understand the Reason for Your Back Pain and Find Solutions for Pain Relief Your spine is composed of parts known as “spinal discs,” or rubbery cushions that rest inside the tough casing of vertebrae. The balance that exists between these two layers of a spinal disc plays a crucial role in supporting … Read more
Let the great dig out BEGIN! With winter storm Orlena dropping upwards of 20 inches of heavy snow in our area, back pain can quickly take hold as we start to dig out of this mess.
If you keep these tips in mind, hopefully you’ll be able to prevent extensive back problems from snow removal.
Is Chronic Back Pain Preventing You from Living Your Life to the Fullest? PT Can Help Do you feel like you’ve been locked out of your life due to your chronic back pain? If so, you aren’t alone. Approximately 80 percent of Americans have experienced back pain or will experience it in the future. The … Read more
Relieve Your Pain with the Help of Physical Therapy! Back and neck pain are very common problems that many people deal with throughout the course of their lives. According to the National Institute of Health, back pain is one of the most common reasons people see a doctor or miss days at work. Even school-age … Read more
