Back Pain Archives

Benefits of Dry Needling: Pain Relief & Recovery

Post author:Ariana Maxwell
Post published:August 29, 2024
Post category:Back Pain Health and Wellness Muscle Pain Physical Therapy

By Ariana Maxwell Dry Needling: A Comprehensive Guide to Pain Relief and Athletic Performance Enhancement The benefits of dry needling are why so many physical therapists use it: this therapeutic technique decreases muscle tension, resets the nervous system, and reduces pain. This technique involves inserting a thin needle into the skin and muscle of the targeted area. Often, when the needle is inserted, you may feel a muscle twitch, especially if the muscle is tight—this is a sign that the needle is effectively targeting the trigger point. What to Expect After…

The FACTS About Low Back Pain and Golf

Post author:admin
Post published:April 18, 2024
Post category:Back Pain Golf Physical Therapy

Golf often has the reputation of being a low intensity sport which places little stress upon the body. Those who play golf will tell you that is far from the case. As an avid golfer myself and Physical Therapist, I can testify that golf is a demanding sport on the body and golf health is something that is important to address for anyone who plans to pursue the lifelong game. The most common golf-related injury is low back pain (LBP) with 15-35% of amateurs and 55% of professionals experiencing LBP…

A Guide to Asymmetrical Posture & Movement

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Post published:March 15, 2024
Post category:Back Pain Health and Wellness

Written by: Chris RoosaGood Posture Good posture has many important benefits, including making you appear younger, taller, and even more confident - but there is more to “perfect” posture than how others perceive you. Good posture has lifelong health benefits that can dramatically improve your quality of life, and even help you live longer! This article will give you insights on the difference between static and dynamic posture, and steps you can take today to optimize your personal posture for better health, improved performance, and a fully optimized physique. Posture…

Lower Back Training for Lifters with Back Pain

Post author:admin
Post published:January 22, 2024
Post category:Back Pain Exercises Physical Therapy

By: Ryan Bibeau, PT, DPT, CSCS, Clinical Athlete Powerlifting Coach Many gym-goers, especially powerlifters and olympic weightlifters, hit low back pain at some point. For a lot of them it's a frustrating stretch, and they struggle to find anything that actually manages the pain and gets them back to lifting. Most rehab and accessory plans lean on core stability drills like bird dogs and dead bugs. Those earn their place, but there's another area worth adding: isolated low back training. Why Isolated Low Back Training Works If you're dealing with…

Powerlifting with Pain

Post author:admin
Post published:January 16, 2024
Post category:Back Pain Muscle Pain

Oftentimes when pain is felt during training we sometimes fall into the trap of “rest it and wait until it feels better”. Although this sometimes may be necessary, there are often other ways to continue to train around your pain. If you get pain with a lift, rather than immediately stop doing the lift, it can sometimes be a good idea to slightly alter the lift and then continue to address the impairment that is contributing to the pain in order to prevent regression. Examples Low back pain while deadlifting…

The Longest Drive

Post author:admin
Post published:January 3, 2024
Post category:Back Pain Health and Wellness

Tips for driving with low back pain By Maria Nasralla, PT, DPT, COMT Are you experiencing a recent onset of low back pain but are set to go on a very long weekend trip? You were excited to get out of town, but now dread sitting in the car? Sitting and driving is one of those activities that are hard to avoid, but depending on what is causing the back pain, can also make it so much worse. There are some adjustments that you can make proactively if you are…

Spinal Manipulation For Back Pain

Post author:admin
Post published:January 18, 2023
Post category:Back Pain Health and Wellness

Back and neck pain are two of the most common reasons why individuals seek care from a health professional. A popular manual treatment technique at the back and neck is a thrust manipulation. Most people at some point in their life have seen a YouTube video of someone causing a loud crunching sound after manipulating someone’s back, but does it help reduce pain and improve function? Current research suggests that spinal manipulation can be an effective technique when addressing back pain. The following is a guide for those who are…

Low Back Pain Relief from Physical Therapy

Post author:admin
Post published:August 24, 2022
Post category:Back Pain Exercises Physical Therapy

Four out of five Americans experience back pain at some point in their lives. While the severity varies, research suggests that most cases of low back pain can be resolved by conservative treatment without Surgery or Pain Medication. If you’re experiencing low back pain of any kind, reach out to a physical therapist who will help to rule out any red flags (or refer you to a specialist if deemed necessary), identify contributing factors and offer solutions to your pain, work with you to shape a realistic plan forward, and…

Myths About Chronic Pain

Post author:admin
Post published:July 9, 2021
Post category:Back Pain Health and Wellness Knee Pain Muscle Pain Physical Therapy

Have you been living with pain for months? Maybe even years? Experiencing pain is a normal part of life, but living in chronic pain is not. It is exhausting and can affect your ability to work, take part in social gatherings, and participate in the activities you enjoy. There are many misconceptions regarding chronic pain. Here are 3 of those common myths. Myth #1: Pain only occurs when you are injured. Have you ever finished yard work or gardening and afterwards noticed cuts or scratches on your arms or…

What is Blood Flow Restriction?

Post author:admin
Post published:May 20, 2021
Post category:Back Pain Baseball Golf Knee Pain Muscle Pain Overhead Athlete Physical Therapy Recovery Soccer Softball Sports Strength Training

Have you ever wondered, how do professional athletes heal from injury so fast? Besides great genetics, professional athletes have access to top rehab and sports medicine that most people don't. But one of their biggest advantages is Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training, which helps them recover as quickly as possible. If you've been searching for blood flow restriction training near me, here's what you need to know. How did Blood Flow Restriction Training Start? Blood Flow Restriction Training started in Japan in the 1960s. Over the following decades, researchers developed…