What Stretches Help With Lower Back Pain?

Lower back pain is one of the most common medical complaints among American adults. As recently as 2019, a snapshot from the National Health Interview Survey found that nearly 40% of American adults had experienced back pain in the last 3 months, meaning that, statistically, around 120 million people struggle with at least some amount […]

Why Does My Stomach Hurt and Radiate To My Back?

The human body is incredibly interconnected, and you’ll never be more aware of it than when something hurts in one area that then spreads, or radiates, to another area. Once concerning spread of pain people experience is stomach pain that becomes back pain, or vice versa. If you’re experiencing pain radiating from your stomach to […]

Why Does My Back Hurt When I Lay Down?

Back pain can be one of the most frustrating and debilitating types of pain to crop up in your daily life. And when that pain flares up only when you lie down, it can be even more frustrating or confusing. Now not only are you in pain, but you might also be losing sleep because […]

5 physical therapy exercises for lower back pain

We’ve all winced from an ache in our lower back. And while some lower back pain goes away quickly, there are other times when it can linger and interfere with your ability to complete tasks such as enjoying a walk in the park or bending down to pick up clutter in your house.  Lower back […]

How can PT help a herniated disc heal quickly?

Herniated discs can be an incredibly painful and challenging issue to deal with. The pain can range from mild to severe and can have a significant impact on your daily activities and overall quality of life. Herniated discs can happen anywhere in the spine from the neck, to the upper or lower back. They can […]

Middle Back Pain: Causes and Treatments for Back Pain Thoracic Spine

Back pain is one of the most common complaints among adults, affecting people from all walks of life. But not all back pain is the same. While lower back pain and upper back pain often get the spotlight, middle back pain in the thoracic spine is just as common and may not respond as well […]

How to Treat Lower Back Pain After Workout

Lower back pain after a workout can be frustrating, whether you’re a fitness beginner just starting your gym routine or a seasoned athlete pushing your limits. It’s even more concerning when you’re unsure whether the discomfort you’re feeling is simply post-workout soreness or something more serious. The good news is that most cases of back […]

How to Take Care of a Pulled Lat Muscle

It’s happened to a lot of fitness enthusiasts: You’re crushing a workout, going after new personal records, cruising through pull-ups, rows, or even swinging a racket. Suddenly, you reach a little too far or pull a little too hard and feel a sharp pain in your upper back or side. You might have just pulled […]

Why Does My Back Hurt When I Cough?

Fits of coughing or the occasional clearing of your throat don’t usually cause pain except in the understandable areas of your throat and neck. However, sometimes your body reacts to the strain of coughing with pain in different areas, like the back, abdomen, or head. Does this pain mean something else is wrong, or that […]

Common Treatments for Sacroiliac Joint Pain

Among the many causes of low back pain is an issue with the sacroiliac (SI) joint. The SI joint is a critical joint that connects the very base of your spine with your hips; it’s the joint that connects the upper body to the lower body. As you can imagine, this point of contact is […]

3 conditions that cause backache and pelvic pain to occur simultaneously

Not sure why you’re experiencing backache and pelvic pain at the same time? With direct access to physical therapy, you can get a comprehensive analysis of your physical condition. Once your physical therapist understands the source of your pain, they can offer tailored pain management treatments designed to provide rapid relief. Learning about some conditions […]

Can stretching improve lower back mobility and function?

As with many other aspects of your health, “use it or lose it” applies to the structures in your lower back. When muscles and soft tissue aren’t exercised, they start to lose mass and become stiff. If muscles in one part of your back tighten up and lose length, you may end up overcompensating with […]