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....
Back Pain
4 physical therapy techniques for lower back pain you should know about
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 in the back: Symptoms and treatments
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,...
7 tips for runners who manage sciatica
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...
The top 5 potential causes of latissimus dorsi muscle pain
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...
The link between being overweight and lower back pain when walking
Back pain is never a pleasant experience. According to the World Health Organization, in 2020, lower back pain affected 619 million people globally and is estimated to increase to 843 million people by 2050. Lower back pain while you are walking can have a significant...
Benefits of dry needling for sciatica
Sciatica can be a difficult condition to manage. Often causing pain in the back, legs and hips, sciatica can have a significant impact on your comfort level and physical capacity. One characteristic symptom is a shooting pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve. As...
What is the best sitting position for sciatica?
Sciatica is a leading cause of chronic back and leg pain. Characterized by a sharp sensation radiating from the lower back, sciatica can make everyday activities uncomfortable. There are a few immediate steps you can take to make your sciatica more manageable. In...
5 exercises for lumbar radiculopathy
Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints that lead people to go to the doctor. It is estimated that up to 90% of people will experience lower back pain in their life at some point. Lower back pain can be something minor or it could be indicative of a more...