Back Pain
When your back hurts, all you want is the pain to subside as soon as possible. At Munger Physical Therapy in Fort Gratiot, Clinton Township, and Marysville, MI, we manage the symptoms of and recovery from back pain using a variety of treatments customized to your specific circumstances.
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Common Causes of Back Pain
Managing the discomfort of back pain begins with identifying the cause of the problem. The reason is clear in many circumstances, but there are times when it takes further testing and evaluation to determine cause.
- General back pain. It can be one wrong movement, overexertion, aging, or arthritis – all back pain is legitimate, does not always go away on its own, and requires support to ease the pain and prevent recurrence.
- Sciatica. The sciatic nerve travels from the lower back through the buttocks and down both legs. A herniated disk can put pressure on the lumbar spine nerve roots and cause tingling, numbness, and weakness.
- Stenosis. Spinal stenosis can gradually narrow the spinal canal and put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves which commonly leads to lower back pain, numbness, weakness, and disc degeneration.
- Post-surgical recovery. Back surgery requires physical therapy as a critical part of healing to regain mobility, strength, and function while preventing atrophy and stiffness, minimizing pain, and improving circulation and healing.
- Accident. Whether a work injury, car crash, sports injury, or other accident, abnormal movements can damage the back and cause chronic pain.
Physical Therapy Treatments for Back Pain
Every back pain treatment plan is individualized to the patient to stop the symptoms at their source. At Munger Physical Therapy, we address your situation quickly and effectively to relieve pain and help you confidently re-engage in daily life and your favorite activities using a variety of treatments.
- McKenzie Lumbar Roll. This specialized back support cushion helps with posture and pain relief to avoid strain and provide correction.
- Kinesio Tape. A complementary treatment to physical therapy, this therapeutic elastic tape is carefully placed to alleviate discomfort, pressure, and inflammation.
- Bands and Thera-Band tubing. Elastic resistance tools are used to support rehabilitation, build strength, and improve flexibility.
- Treat Your Own Back. This book, written by the founder of the McKenzie Method, is a supportive tool to help patients understand and manage their pain, offering practical exercises to relieve strain.
Signs It’s Time to Get Help for Back Pain
Any type of back pain is a challenge to manage. Even if you’ve experienced this kind of pain before there is no need to endure the agony. Your mood, abilities, job, and relationships can suffer because of chronic pain. If any of the following symptoms apply to you, it’s time to reach out to a physical therapist to get immediate treatment:
- Cannot sit for long.
- Unable to walk far.
- Difficulty standing for long.
- Interrupted sleep.
- Unable to work.
- Cannot exercise normally.
- Unable to move freely without pain.
- Unable to play with children or grandkids.
- Cannot enjoy recreational activities.
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Back pain is very real and very treatable. Allow our experienced team to help you find relief right away. Contact Munger PT to schedule a consultation and begin the road to healing.
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