Weldon Spring Heights, MO Low Back Pain

Weldon Spring Heights, MO Low back pain. If you are experiencing low back pain in Weldon Spring Heights, MO, you are not alone. Most of us experience lower back pain at least once in our lifetime. In fact, back pain is one of the most common reasons people see a physician or miss work. 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 impact on spending and dependence on our healthcare industry.

Physical therapy has fortunately moved into the mainstream, accepted and recommended as a viable treatment strategy for many patients suffering from low 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 many patients in Weldon Spring Heights, MO who have enjoyed freedom from lower back pain and the ability to return to normal activities due to the knowledgeable treatment and individualized approach of Axes Physical Therapy. Discover how we can help you achieve complete low back pain relief by sending us a message or selecting the location nearest you today.

Prevalence of Lower Back Pain

Weldon Spring Heights, MO lower back pain is a prevalent issue experienced by an estimated 80% of the population at some point in their lifetime. Because so many of us experience it, low back pain is one of the leading reasons for disability and of missed workdays in adults in the US, with about 149 million lost workdays per year attributed to the condition. There are wide variety of issues and conditions that can cause lower back pain, each with specific risk factors, but lower back pain is generally most common in adults in their 50’s and 60’s, though the first attack often presents between the ages of 30 and 50.

Low back pain can be labeled as either acute or chronic. Acute cases are more common, which can last anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. Fortunately, many people suffering from acute low back pain find relief within a few days on their own, without getting significant treatment.

Unfortunately, about 20 percent of individuals experiencing acute low back pain develop chronic or recurring episodes of pain with a duration exceeding 12 weeks of consistent pain. The majority of those who suffer from chronic back pain can still get relief from their pain through physical therapy and related treatments.

Weldon Spring Heights, MO Low Back Pain Causes

Lower back pain is a complex issue and there are commonly multiple factors for your physical therapist to consider when planning out the best treatment plan.

As such, understanding the cause of your Weldon Spring Heights, MO low back pain is the critical first step to treating it. Physical therapists are well-versed in movement and movement dysfunction. During your initial evaluation or a free injury screening, you will be seen by a licensed physical who will work with you to understand 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 eliminate the possibility of 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
  • Sciatica and other nerve disorders
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Infections
• Non-Spine Related Sources
  • Pregnancy
  • Tumors
  • Kidney Stones
  • Some Infections

Weldon Spring Heights, MO Low Back Pain Treatments

As Weldon Spring Heights, MO low back pain is a condition commonly caused by multiple factors, it is often appropriate for a Weldon Spring Heights, MOlower back pain treatment course to include a variety of related treatments. Your Weldon Spring Heights, 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 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 Weldon Spring Heights, MO low back pain from a qualified physical therapist with years of experience treating complex spine and back problems like yours in the Weldon Spring Heights, MO area. Our evidence-based treatments are objectively successful in managing and eliminating lower back pain for many of our Weldon Spring Heights, MO patients. Unfortunately, rare cases occur where the back pain is caused by a more significant
complication that requires additional treatment like steroid injections or surgery if the primary, more conservative treatments are not effective in resolving your condition. If we determine that this is the case for you, we will work closely with your physician in order to plan the best course of management if you are not responding as expected.

Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain

As a patient at Axes Physical Therapy, we personalize your Weldon Spring Heights, MO lower back pain physical therapy journey to align with your individual needs. Our individualized approach is our secret to delivering 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 influenced by multiple factors.

Success in Weldon Spring Heights, MO low back pain treatment is determined by the timeliness of intervention and proactivity of care. Recent data suggests that recovery and symptom reduction are directly influenced by the timing of interventions during an acute episode of low back 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 an excellent form of treatment for Weldon Spring Heights, 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 Weldon Spring Heights, 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

Weldon Spring Heights, MO Low Back Pain Treatment at Axes Physical Therapy

You deserve relief from your back pain. Experience that relief with physical therapy. When you become a patient at Axes Physical Therapy, you will undergo personalized care through evidence-based treatments, all under the care of our exceptionally talented licensed practicing physical therapists. We will put you on the track towards complete recovery, restoring your movement, eliminating your lower back pain, and preventing further back issues or disability. In our hands, your Weldon Spring Heights, 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 Weldon Spring Heights, MO low back pain treatment by choosing the location nearest you or sending us a message online today.