New Melle, MO Low Back Pain

New Melle, MO Low back pain. If you suffer from low back pain in New Melle, 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. Low back pain is a complex issue, including conditions ranging from acute, injury-related episodes to long-term pain and difficulty. It is not surprising that this condition has substantial impact on healthcare spending and utilization.

Fortunately, physical therapy is accepted and recommended as a viable course of care for many sufferers of lower back pain. Physical therapy is an affordable solution, accessible option, and effective strategy for low back pain treatment that can be successful in restoring movement, protecting you from future injuries and complications, and managing or erradicating your pain. Join the satisfied patients in New Melle, MO who have enjoyed freedom from lower back pain and the ability to return to normal activities due to the knowledgeable treatment and patient-centered approach we take at Axes Physical Therapy. Let us help you find lasting relief from low back pain by sending us a message or selecting the location nearest you today.

Prevalence of Lower Back Pain

New Melle, MO lower back pain is a common issue that an estimated 80% of individuals experience at some point during their lifetime. Due to its high prevalence, low back pain is one of the leading reasons for 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, but many people experience their first episode between the ages of 30 and 50.

Low back pain is typically either considered acute or chronic. Acute cases are more common, with a duration of a few days to several weeks. Often, people who ecounter acute low back pain are able to experience relief within a few days without the need for major treatment.

However, about 20 percent of those who experience acute low back pain develop chronic or recurring episodes of pain with a duration exceeding 12 weeks of constant pain. The good news is that most of those who suffer from chronic back pain can still get relief from their pain through physical therapy and related treatments.

New Melle, MO Low Back Pain Causes

Lower back pain is a complex issue and usually there are many different factors that must be addressed when deciding on the right treatment plan.

This is why it is so important for your medical providers to investigate and understand the cause of your New Melle, 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, you will be seen by a licensed physical who will work with you to comprehend where your lower back pain issue arises by conducting:

• 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 observation 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
  • Sciatica and other nerve disorders
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Infections
• Non-Spine Related Sources
  • Pregnancy
  • Tumors
  • Kidney Stones
  • Some Infections

New Melle, MO Low Back Pain Treatments

As most New Melle, MO low back pain is attributed to a variety of factors, it is often appropriate for a New Melle, MOlower back pain treatment course to include a combination of treatments. Your New Melle, 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
• When appropriate, other lifestyle adjustments such as diet and reaching a healthy weight

At Axes Physical Therapy, you will receive evaluation and treatment of your New Melle, MO low back pain from a qualified physical therapist with an extensive history of treating complex spine and back problems like yours. Our evidence-based treatments are objectively effective for managing and eliminating lower back pain for many of our New Melle, MO patients. Unfortunately, rare cases occur where the back pain is caused by a more serious
medical problem that requires more involved treatment like steroid injections or surgery as an alternative if conservative care doesn’t resolve your condition. If we determine that this is the case for you, we will work closely with your physician to design the best course of management if your pain does not respond to treatments as expected.

Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain

As a patient at Axes Physical Therapy, we personalize your New Melle, MO lower back pain physical therapy journey to align with your individual needs. This patient-centered style of care is our secret to delivering quality, outcome-based, and personalized care to each patient we see. This is especially valuable in low back pain treatment, which is often complex and multi-factoral.

The efficacy of New Melle, MO low back pain treatment is determined by the timeliness of intervention and proactivity of care. Studies have been published that that recovery and symptom reduction are directly influenced by the timing of interventions during an acute episode of low back 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 New Melle, MO low back pain because it can address the source of pain without harmful side effects and there is considerable evidence supporting its reliability.

We are staffed by a team of professional back and spine specialists who, as experts in their field, have earned multiple degrees and certifications related to treating New Melle, 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 protect against additional damage or injury. Our dedication to restoring your ability to live and move without pain means you receive the safest and most effective treatment solutions available.

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:

• Physical Therapy Clinic
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment
• Sciatica Treatment
• Sports Medicine
• Hand Pain Physical Therapy
• Foot & Ankle Pain Treatment
• Hip Pain Treatment
• Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
• Stroke Rehabilitation
• Hip Replacement Physical Therapy

New Melle, 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, removing your lower back pain, and protecting against further back issues or disability. Be prepared to say goodbye to your New Melle, MO low back pain.

Receive premium physical therapy care at the locally owned and operated Axes branch that is most conveniently located for you. Get one step closer to New Melle, MO low back pain relief by selecting the location nearest you or sending us a message online today.