Back pain is one of the most common causes of disability, with the biggest potential for improvement with physical therapy. In some cases, patients walk away with a noticeable improvement after their first session or two. However, in the long term, treatment can make...
Waking up in the middle of the night with back pain or struggling to fall asleep because your back aches can be frustrating. Many people deal with back discomfort at some point. However, this discomfort often goes away with rest, stretching or a few small posture...
Have you ever felt nagging back pain after standing for a while? Whether you're cooking, doing dishes or waiting in line, standing for long periods can place strain on your lower back. If you feel back pain when standing, you’re not alone. Up to 84% of adults...
Lower back pain is a common symptom. It can affect everything from walking and standing to sleeping comfortably. Whether your pain is caused by poor posture, muscle strain or an old injury, movement tends to be one of the best ways to find relief. Regular stretching...
Sciatica is a nerve condition that can cause lower back pain, leg pain, tingling and many other symptoms. Up to 40% of people experience sciatica at some point in their lives, research shows. While experiencing this condition can be frustrating, there are ways to get...
Straining a muscle in your lower back can cause persistent back pain and discomfort until you recover. Fortunately, treatment is possible. With physical therapy treatments like therapeutic exercises and manual therapy, you can get the help you need to make a recovery....
Lower back pain is a common reason for people to seek physical therapy. In 2020, lower back pain affected 619 million people. Lower back pain isn’t the same for everyone — it can range from a dull ache to persistent pain that makes it difficult to move or perform...
Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, are little, bony growths that develop along the edges of bones. Bone spurs can cause localized discomfort. When they develop along the spine, bone spurs can lead to back pain and other symptoms. Bone spurs are relatively common,...
Running can be a great way to stay active and maintain overall health. For runners dealing with sciatica, though, managing symptoms while maintaining your sports performance can be challenging. Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve. The sciatic...
Pain in any area of the body can be frustrating, especially if it starts to interfere with your ability to carry out everyday tasks, such as cleaning your home or going to the gym. While there are more than 600 muscles in the human body, one of the largest is located...