Today we’re going to talk about commonplace mechanical pain in the lower lumbar spine (the lower part of the back where it attaches to the pelvis).
Treating Spinal Stenosis with Physical Therapy
Spinal stenosis is a condition that can cause pain and weakness in the back and lower extremities. In this physical therapy education article, we are
The Problem with Permanently “Fixing” Low Back Pain
“Fix your lower back pain forever” - A common and unfortunate tagline purported by health periodicals and professionals as they attempt to reel in
The Easiest Thing you can do to Prevent Low Back Pain
There is no cure for lower back pain. What prevails is common sense that takes us back to freshman physics. In this article, we will offer a simple
Physical Therapy Protocol After Spine Fusion Surgery
As we’ve discussed previously on this site, physical therapy can be an incredibly effective treatment tool after a surgical procedure. In this
Why Does My Back Keep Locking Up?
When your back keeps “locking up” on a regular basis, it can be difficult to complete your day-to-day tasks. The problem is, there are a lot of
Spondylolysis – Causes, Symptoms & Physical Therapy
Low back pain can be the result of a whole host of injuries and conditions. Here we’d like to focus on one in particular – spondylolysis. This
Spinal Osteoarthritis Pain & Physical Therapy
Spinal arthritis is one of the most common causes of back pain among patients over the age of 50. In this article, we are going to focus on spinal
How to Treat Nocturnal Back Pain with Physical Therapy
Getting a good night’s sleep is an essential aspect of living a healthy life. If you are sleep-deprived you’re not going to feel or function well