St. Louis, MO Low Back Pain

St. Louis, MO Low back pain. If you are experiencing low back pain in St. Louis, MO, you are not alone. their Lower back pain is a common condition that many individuals experience at some point in their lifetime. In fact, back pain is one of the most common reasons people see a physician or miss work. 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 becoming an accepted and recommended 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 successfully restore your movement, protect you from further injury, and reduce or completely eliminate your pain. Join the satisfied patients in St. Louis, MO who sought low back pain relief and were able to return to normal activities thanks to the expert care and individualized approach of Axes Physical Therapy. Let us help you find complete low back pain relief by sending us a message or selecting the location nearest you today.

Prevalence of Lower Back Pain

St. Louis, MO lower back pain is a prevalent condition that an estimated 80% of individuals experience at some point during their lifetime. Due to its high prevalence, it 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. There are many different causes and types of lower back pain, each with unique risk factors, but in general lower back pain is most common 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 can be labeled as either acute or chronic. Acute cases are more common, with a duration of several days to several weeks. Fortunately, many people suffering from acute low back pain are able to experience relief after a few days without the need for major treatment.

Yet, about 20 percent of those who experience acute pain begin to then experience chronic or recurring low back pain that consists of 12 or more weeks of constant pain. The majority of the patients in this category can still get relief from their pain through physical therapy and related treatments.

St. Louis, MO Low Back Pain Causes

Lower back pain is a complex issue and there are commonly multiple factors that must be addressed when designing the right treatment plan.

As such, understanding the cause of your St. Louis, MO low back pain is the critical first step to treating it. Physical therapists have a deep and valuable understanding of movement and movement dysfunction. If you come in for your initial evaluation or a free injury screening, you will be seen by a licensed physical who will work with you to comprehend your lower back pain and its cause with the use of:

• 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

We treat a wide range of low back pain causes:

• 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

St. Louis, MO Low Back Pain Treatments

Because most St. Louis, MO low back pain is attributed to a variety of factors, your St. Louis, MO lower back pain treatment will likely consist of a variety of related treatments. Your St. Louis, MO low back pain physical therapist may treat your pain with:

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

As an Axes patient, you will receive evaluation and treatment of your St. Louis, MO low back pain from a qualified physical therapist with years of experience treating complex spine and back problems like yours in the St. Louis, MO area. Our evidence-based treatments are objectively successful in managing and eliminating lower back pain for many of our St. Louis, MO patients. However, in some rare cases, lower back pain is caused by a more serious
issue that requires additional treatment like steroid injections or surgery as an alternative if conservative care doesn’t resolve your condition. We partner closely with your referring physician so we can 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 tailor your St. Louis, 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 especially valuable in low back pain treatment, which is frequently complex and multi-factoral.

The efficacy of St. Louis, MO low back pain treatment depends upon proactive care and timely intervention. Studies have been published that that the swift timing of interventions for acute low back pain is correlated with the ability to recover and reduce pain. Rapid accessibility to a physical therapist has been shown to reduce opioid use and results in a reduction in downstream medical costs. Physical therapy is a great way to treat St. Louis, MO low back pain, as it addresses the source of your pain effectively with little to no 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 St. Louis, MO low back pain and other painful spinal conditions. Treatment by our spine and back experts not only provides relief from pain but also helps protect against further 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:

• Hip Replacement Physical Therapy
• Workers Comp' Physical Therapy
• Migraine Relief
• Sprain and Strain Treatment
• Geriatric Physical Therapy
• Injury Rehabilitation
• Pain Management Services
• TMJ Treatment
• Herniated Disc Treatment
• Rotator Cuff Tear Treatment

St. Louis, 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 put you on the track towards complete recovery, overcoming your limitations, removing your lower back pain, and protecting against further back issues or disability. In our hands, your St. Louis, MO low back pain will soon be a thing of the past.

Access quality physical therapy care through one of our convenient locally owned and operated St. Louis County area locations right away. Take the first step toward effective, affordable St. Louis, MO low back pain treatment by choosing the location nearest you or sending us a message online today.