LOWER BACK PAIN

Low back pain is often described as sudden, sharp, persistent, or dull pain felt below the waist. Back pain causes vary on a person’s age and activity level. Treatment options for low-back pain vary as much as the causes. Our patients have experienced back pain relief through a combination of physical therapy and pain management. Our professional staff knows the procedures that would best fit your needs?

Muscle strain is a Common cause of back pain usually associated with heavy physical work, lifting or forceful movement, bending or twisting, awkward positions, or standing in one position too long. Lower back pain that suddenly appears may be very different from chronic pain. It is important to note any specifics about your back pain prior to going to see your physician or therapist. It is important to inform your physician of all activities that could have played a role in causing your back pain. This will help our physicians diagnosis and rehab the areas of concern.

Low back pain is either acute or chronic. Acute back pain may begin suddenly with intense pain usually lasting less than 3 months. Chronic back pain is persistent long-term pain, sometimes lasting throughout life. Even chronic low-back pain may present episodes of acute back pain.

Beware! warning signs that your low-back pain may be a herniated disc would be specific symptoms of pain shooting down the leg. Leg pain, sometimes referred to as sciatica, can be a caused by herniated discs. A disc herniation does not always require surgery, but there are non-surgical treatment for back pain and bulging discs. It is vital that leg pain or sciatic pain is evaluated as soon as possible. Untreated bulging discs or disc herniations may require surgery. Patients wanting to avoid surgery should be evaluated as soon as they feel any pain down either or both of their legs.

Proper diagnosis of back pain causes is the first step for back pain relief. Advanced imaging along with the latest in diagnostic equipment help us to pinpoint the low back pain causes and outline treatment that is best for the patient.

Treatment for lower back pain, including disc bulges or hernations, may respond to therapy or possibly require pain management services. The wait is over! Now you can visit one of our four locations, where we provide pain management and rehab services for patients all in one convenient location. Our board certified physicians treat back pain on a daily basis with great success. Contact our patient services representative today for a free back pain consultation. We will get you a priority appointment and help you get immediate relief.