Health Blog Category: Back and Neck Pain
Could Your Condition Benefit From Aquatic Therapy?
Has pain or weakness made it difficult for you to walk, stand, or bend over? Are you frustrated at the rising difficulties you face as you attempt to do housework or run daily errands around town? Have you tried everything to solve these problems, and nothing has worked? Ever thought about trying aquatic therapy?
If your answer is yes to any or all of these questions, aquatic therapy at Advance Physical & Aquatic Therapy in Broomall, PA could be a good fit for you!
Read full blogLiving with Lower Back Pain? That Doesn’t Have to be the Case With PT!
Relieve the Pain in Your Lower Back with These 3 Tips
Have you been living with lower back pain? If so, you are not alone. Dealing with back pain can be extremely uncomfortable and inconvenient.
Tons of people turn to prescription medication to manage their pain, but with opioid dependence on the rise, many of them are looking for a better option.
According to a study in the BMC Health Services medical journal, physical therapy can decrease dependency on pain medication while also reducing the out-of-pocket costs for patients.
Read full blogBack Pain Could be Caused by a Herniated Disc – Physical Therapy Can Help You Find Relief
Discover if Your Pain is Caused by a Herniated Disc
A common cause of back pain is herniated discs – but physical therapy can help. It is estimated that 60% to 80% of people will experience some type of lower back pain during their lifetime. According to The National Institute of Health, “The highest prevalence [of herniated disc cases] is among people aged 30-50 years, with a male to female ratio of 2:1.
Read full blog5 Tips To Help You Relieve Back Pain Faster
If you experience pain and discomfort daily, know that you certainly aren’t alone in your dilemma! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 1 in 5 people have chronic pain. One of the most common complaints is back pain, which is typically caused by everyday movements.
That’s why we encourage you to consult with a physical therapist who can work with you to address the symptoms and causes of your pain and help you gain better function.
Read full blogAches and Pains Keeping You From Enjoying Mornings? Physical Therapy Can Help!
Let’s face it, some of us just aren’t morning people. The reason for that varies — sometimes you just want a little extra shut-eye, and other times, it’s because morning presents aches and pains to you that you’d rather avoid.
Do you leap out of bed excited at the thought of experiencing another morning – or do you just lie there, afraid to move because of the pain you’re likely to feel?
Aches and pains are never welcome, and they can start your day off with low spirits when you’re forced to deal with them from your first waking moments.
Read full blogHerniated Discs Can Be a Real Pain in the Back – Are You Living with One?
Do You Know How to Identify a Herniated Disc?
If you’ve been experiencing back pain, it just may be a herniated disc. A herniated disc can put extra pressure on the muscles and nerves around the spinal column.
Strange neck pains, back pains, or extremity symptoms can indicate a variety of potential problems – including one or more herniated discs. How can you tell for sure whether you have this specific problem?
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