Recovery PT: Treating and Preventing Low Back Pain

Recovery PT: Treating and Preventing Low Back Pain

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Treating and Preventing Low Back Pain with Physical Therapy Exercises

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Treating and Preventing Low Back Pain with Physical Therapy Exercises

National Institutes of Health. Titled, “A Systematic Review of the Effects of Exercise and Physical Activity on Non- Specific Chronic Low Back Pain,” this study analyzes the efficacy of active physical therapy as a treatment method for back pain. Results of this study were overwhelmingly positive, demonstrating that exercise programs consisting of muscular strength, flexibility, and aerobic fitness were beneficial to patients recovering from lower back pain. These exercises were also effective in preventing pain from returning again in the future. Researchers from this study state: “Increasing core muscular strength can assist in supporting the lumbar spine. Improving the flexibility of the muscle-tendons and ligaments in the back increases the range of motion and assists with the patient’s functional movement. Aerobic exercise increases the blood flow and nutrients to the soft tissues in the back, improving the healing process and reducing stiffness that can result in back pain.” Continues Inside >>

The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) states that back pain is the most commonly experienced form of pain for Americans. In fact, one in every four Americans has sustained some sort of back pain in the past three months. Back pain commonly results from a muscle strain or injury; however, it can also develop as a result of an underlying condition, such as a herniated disc, sciatica, or degenerative disc disease. Fortunately, physical therapy can help treat and even prevent the symptoms of lower back pain through targeted exercises. Exercises, or active physical therapy, has been proven to significantly improve the outcomes of patient recovery. If your patients are suffering from mild to severe lower back pain, refer them to Recovery Physical Therapy today for relief. Evidence supporting PT exercises for the prevention of low back pain: While exercise for a patient who is in pain may seem like a counterintuitive form of treatment, exercise actually has been proven to help enhance the healing process and provide many preventative measures. This is demonstrated further through a 2016 study published in the

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Dr. Danielle Kelly, PT, DPT is an AMAZING therapist! I was really concerned about starting physical therapy after a back injury. Danielle took

the time to listen, ask questions and make sure everything was properly diagnosed. I was pleasantly surprised with my experience at Recovery Physical Therapy, Fashion District. It feels like she truly cares. I didn’t feel rushed and she walks me through all the exercises herself to make sure I was practicing properly. I appreciate her being on time and pushingmewhen needed. Danielle is very knowledgeable and takes time to explain everything. Russell is also an extremely knowledgeable and professional therapist.” - P.S.

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