Moselle, MO Low Back Pain

Moselle, MO Low back pain. If you suffer from low back pain in Moselle, MO, you are not alone. Most of us experience lower back pain at least once in our lifetime. In fact, one of the biggest culprits of missed work and physician care is back pain. From an acute episode directly caused by an injury to long-lasting limitations and pain due to a chronic injury, low back pain is a complex condition with significant effects on spending and dependence on our healthcare industry.

Physical therapy has fortunately moved into the mainstream, becoming an accepted and recommended treatment strategy for many sufferers of lower back pain. Your physical therapist is an affordable, accessible, and effective low back pain resource that can successfully restore your movement, protect you from further injury, and reduce or completely eliminate your pain. Be among the satisfied patients in Moselle, MO who have enjoyed freedom from lower back pain and the ability to return to normal activities due to the expert care and patient-centered approach of Axes Physical Therapy. Explore how we can bring you meaningful relief from low back pain by sending us a message or selecting the location nearest you today.

Prevalence of Lower Back Pain

Moselle, MO lower back pain is a common issue experienced by an estimated 80% of the population at some point in their lifetime. Due to its high prevalence, low back pain is one of the leading causes of disability and of missed workdays in adults in the US, accounting for approximately 149 million lost workdays per year. Lower back pain can have many different causes, each with different risk factors, but in general lower back pain is most likely to occur in adults in their 50’s and 60’s, with the first attack typically occurring between the ages of 30 and 50.

Low back pain is typically either considered acute or chronic. The majority of lower back pain cases are acute, with a duration of several days to a few weeks. Fortunately, many people who ecounter acute low back pain are able to experience relief within a few days on their own, without getting significant treatment.

However, about 20 percent of individuals experiencing acute low back pain develop chronic or recurring episodes of pain with a duration exceeding 12 weeks of persistent pain. The good news is that most of those who suffer from chronic back pain are still able to find relief from their pain through physical therapy and related treatments.

Moselle, MO Low Back Pain Causes

Lower back pain is a complex issue and usually there are multiple factors that must be addressed when determining the best treatment plan.

This is why it is so important for your medical providers to investigate and understand the cause of your Moselle, MO low back pain. As physical therapists, we are experts in movement and movement dysfunction. When you attend your initial evaluation or a free injury screening, one of our licensed physical therapists will work with you to comprehend your lower back pain and its cause through the following:

• A review of your medical history
• An interview about your symptoms and limitations
• A physical examination
• Screenings to rule out other serious health conditions
• An evaulation of your movement

Common causes of low back pain:

• Congenital
  • Skeletal irregularities
  • Spina Bifida
  • Scoliosis
• Injuries
  • Strains and sprains
  • Spasms
  • Traumatic spine injuries
• Degenerative Conditions
  • Spondlyosis
  • Inflammatory Disease (ie: arthritis)
• Nerve and spinal cord issues
  • Spinal nerve compression, inflammation
  • Hermiated and ruptured discs
  • Nerve disorders such as sciatica
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Infections
• Non-Spine Related Sources
  • Pregnancy
  • Tumors
  • Kidney Stones
  • Some Infections

Moselle, MO Low Back Pain Treatments

Because Moselle, MO low back pain is a condition commonly caused by a variety of factors, your Moselle, MO lower back pain treatment will likely consist of different treatments. Your Moselle, MO low back pain physical therapist may use any of the following to treat your pain:

• Manual therapies
  • Joint mobilization/manipulation
  • Soft tissue mobilization
  • Trigger point massage
• Strength training
• Aerobic exercise
• Core stabilization
• Stretches and flexibility exercises
• Ice and heat applications
• Ultrasound therapy
• Trigger point dry needling
• Education on back and spine safety
• Education on body mechanics and demonstration of correct posture and movements for activities such as lifting, sitting, and sleeping
• If necessary, other lifestyle adjustments such as diet and reaching a healthy weight

As an Axes patient, your Moselle, MO low back pain will be evaluated and treated by highly qualified physical therapists with an extensive history of treating complex spine and back problems like yours. Our evidence-based treatments are objectively successful in addressing and eliminating lower back pain for many of our Moselle, MO patients. Unfortunately, rare cases occur where the back pain is caused by a more serious
health issue that requires additional treatment like steroid injections or surgery if the primary, more conservative treatments are not effective in resolving your condition. We partner closely with your referring physician to determine the best course of management if your pain does not respond to treatments as expected.

Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain

When we treat you at Axes Physical Therapy, we personalize your Moselle, MO lower back pain physical therapy program your individual needs. This patient-centered approach allows us to provide quality, outcome-based, and personalized care to every one of our patients. This is a strength particularly when it comes to low back pain treatment, which is frequently complex and multi-factoral.

Success in Moselle, MO low back pain treatment is determined by the timeliness of intervention and proactivity of care. Recent data suggests that the swift timing of interventions for acute low back pain is correlated with the ability to recover and reduce pain. There is evidence that responsive and prompt physical therapy care minimizes opioid use (and dependence) as well as spending on medical bills. Physical therapy is an excellent form of treatment for Moselle, MO low back pain because it can address the source of pain without harmful side effects and there is considerable evidence supporting its reliability.

Our team of highly trained spine specialists have years of experience and multiple certifications as experts in the management of Moselle, MO low back pain and other painful spinal conditions. When you are treated by our spine and back team, you will, first and foremost, experience relief from your persistent pain. However, our treatment also helps prevent further damage or injury. Trust our dedication to responsible, safe, and effective care to help you find refuge from your pain and restoration of your abilities.

We treat a wide variety of conditions and complaints and have a team of specialists ready to help you. Some of our other services are:

• Sports Medicine
• Hand Pain Physical Therapy
• Foot & Ankle Pain Treatment
• Hip Pain Treatment
• Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
• Stroke Rehabilitation
• Hip Replacement Physical Therapy
• Workers Comp' Physical Therapy
• Migraine Relief
• Sprain and Strain Treatment

Moselle, MO Low Back Pain Treatment at Axes Physical Therapy

You deserve relief from your back pain. Experience that relief with physical therapy. Receive evidence-based treatment and individualized care designed and administered by the talented licensed physical therapists of Axes Physical Therapy. We will help you move towards complete recovery, restoring your movement, eradicating your lower back pain, and protecting against further back issues or disability. In our hands, your Moselle, MO low back pain will soon be a thing of the past.

Receive quality physical therapy care through the locally owned and operated Axes branch that is most conveniently located for you. Take the first step toward effective, affordable Moselle, MO low back pain treatment by selecting the location nearest you or sending us a message online today.