Therapy For Back Pain

Approximately 80% of the US population will experience at least one episode of back pain in their lifetime. Studies show physical therapy facilitates healing and often reduces the need for other services such as injections and surgeries.

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Symptoms of Back Pain

• Low back pain

• Rib pain

• Muscle spasms

• Muscle tension

• Nerve pain in the legs

• Numbness and tingling in the legs

• Radiating pain into the buttock or legs

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Treatment options may include:

• Spinal alignment and adjustment

• Joint mobilization

• Traction (manual and/or mechanical)

• Dry Needling

• Core stabilization exercises

• Education on activity modification 

• Modalities (ice, heat, electrical stimulation, infrared, power percussion massager)

• Home exercise program