What to do if your lower back hurts

Your back is a complex structure, so you may not know exactly what to do if your lower back hurts. However, there’s an experienced physical therapy team that may have some suggestions for you. Our team at Panther Physical Therapy helps people in the northern Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania suburbs of Wexford, Allison Park and Harmony find […]

What does a slipped disc feel like?

One of the more common reasons people seek back pain treatment is for a slipped disc. When dealing with a structure as intricate as the spine, the thought of part of it slipping out of place gives patients cause for concern. But for people who experience pain and are not sure if they should seek […]

Five tips for avoiding back pain

Back pain is an all-too-normal part of life, especially as you get older. It’s easy to strain your back from sitting too long or picking up heavy objects. In these cases, you simply need to rest and try some at-home treatments to reduce your pain. More serious back pain, though, will require professional treatment. Severe […]

Four signs you need physical therapy for back pain treatment

Back pain is a normal part of life that can happen for a number of reasons. Perhaps you tried to pick up an object that was too heavy or maybe you’ve been sitting at the computer for too long. In many cases of back pain, the pain is minor and goes away after a few […]

Without Intervention, Your Lower Back Pain Could Be Here to Stay

Ask any physical therapist, and you’ll get confirmation that lower back pain is the most frequent complaint they’re asked to treat. Often, back strain goes away on their own, especially with the classic “RICE” treatment. But when rest, ice, compression and elevation just can’t cut the pain, physical therapy is often your most reliable path […]

Are Your Hips Killing Your Back?

Are you like many people, with an aching back at the end of the day or worried about lifting an object due to your back going out? You are not alone, over 80% of the population will suffer back pain at one time or another in their life according to CDC data. It is the […]

How to Relieve Back and Neck Pain With a Healthy Spine

Do you suffer from aching back pain, nagging neck pain or even headaches? Having a healthy spine can prevent these types of problems. Your spine is a complicated structure of vertebrae, discs, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves. Every second of every day your spine is moving in a delicate balance, even while you breathe! […]

How to Protect Your Back

Have you ever felt low back pain after doing too much the day before? One of the major causes of low back pain is repetitive injury to the spine. Repetitive injuries can be as simple as picking up boxes or having to bend down to scrub and clean the house.   We often feel that […]

Tips for avoiding back pain

Is a sore back interfering with your life? You are not alone! Nearly four out of five people experience back pain at some point in their lifetime. Back pain takes various forms, from a persistent dull ache to sudden sharp pain, and has many causes. Sometimes it results from a sprain, fracture, or other accidental […]

Is Your Back or Neck Pain from a Herniated Disc?

  When it comes to going about your day, few things will disrupt your normal, daily routine like a sudden jolt of back pain. Often, this pain can seemingly appear out of nowhere, rendering once easy tasks like tying your shoes nearly impossible without intense pain in the neck or back. While the localized pain […]

Are you suffering with back pain?

If you are, you are among the majority. That’s right, around 80% of the population deals with back pain at some point in their life. If you fall into this category, you know the annoyance that is caused by frequent back pain – it can interfere with every facet of life. It can make bending […]

I love coming to SOL! Together we make miracles happen.

“Before SOL: I felt old, frail, feeble, and fearful. I “listed” to the right when I walked; my right second toe hurt every step I took. No MD – no orthopedic or podiatric surgeon, neurologist or internist could diagnose me or help me heal. I felt increasingly demoralized, isolated, and gained 15 pounds due to […]