A Results-Oriented Approach to Back Pain Relief
Over 80% of adults will experience lower back pain at some point. Are you like one of them seeking back pain relief? At Evidence Sport and Spine, our expert practitioners will evaluate your exact symptoms and functional impairments to provide you with a treatment plan that works.
Back pain is a wide-ranging problem with a multitude of potential causes, the most common of which are injury, muscle strain, and lifestyle factors. It can profoundly affect your day-to-day life by limiting your mobility, interrupting your sleep, and preventing you from participating in sports and other activities.
The exact experience of lower back pain can vary, ranging from a dull ache to severe pain. Depending on the reason for your back pain, you might notice muscle tension, spasms, and/or stiffness along with the pain.
The physiotherapists at Evidence Sport and Spine take a results-oriented approach to back pain. We don’t want to simply alleviate your symptoms; we want to treat your lower back pain at the source so you can live an active, pain-free life. To accomplish this goal, we’ll pull from a variety of research-backed interventions, including the following:
- Exercise prescription, such as targeted stretches, range of motion, and neuromuscular and strengthening exercises, to get you moving
- Manual therapy, such as joint mobilizations and spinal manipulation, to reduce joint stiffness, alleviate muscle tension, and improve range of motion
- Traction is a manual or mechanical method used to gently stretch the spine, providing relief for patients suffering from a variety of spine-related issues, including herniated discs, sciatica, and degenerative disc disease
- Soft Tissue Massage techniques, such as myofascial release, active release, petrissage, effleurage, and trigger point release, target tight muscles and fascia, promoting relaxation, improved range of motion, and circulation.
- Education about proper posture and body mechanics to reduce unnecessary stress on your spinal joints
- Pain management modalities, such as cryotherapy or electrical stimulation, to help you tolerate other treatments
- Dry needling IMS: is a technique that involves the insertion of fine acupuncture needles into taut bands of muscle that contain a knot or trigger point, which works on several levels within the body to assist in releasing tight and sore muscles.
In some cases, we can assess the appropriateness for additional pain & regenerative procedures, including interventions such as image guided prolotherapy, trigger point injections, or additional interventions provided by our physicians and nurse practitioners.
We know how disruptive lower back pain can be to your overall quality of life. If you’re eager to get moving again, our evidence-based approach to physiotherapy is here to help.
Book your appointment at our North Calgary or South Calgary, AB physiotherapy care clinic to learn more about our scientifically-backed approaches to treating lower back pain!
The Many Causes of Lower Back Pain
We know you’re eager to eliminate your back pain and return to your favourite activities. But to fully address your back pain, we first need to address its root cause.
Unfortunately, lower back pain has several potential culprits. When you visit us at Evidence Sport and Spine, our physiotherapists will thoroughly evaluate your symptoms to help us determine what’s causing your pain. From there, we’ll develop a customized program using the latest research and proven treatment techniques.
Here are some of the most common causes of persistent lower back pain:
Muscular Strain
Overexertion and improper lifting techniques can strain your back muscles, resulting in pain and limited mobility. Targeted exercises that strengthen and stabilize your lower back can alleviate discomfort and prevent similar injuries in the future.
Bulging and Herniated Discs
When one of the discs between your vertebrae ruptures or bulges, it can lead to pain and discomfort in your lower back. While herniated discs may heal over time, pain management strategies and exercises can relieve pain, restore function and prevent chronic back pain.
Degenerative Disc Disease
As you age, your spinal discs can start to wear down, leading to a loss of their shock-absorbing properties – and an increase in lower back pain. We’ll work with you to slow the progression of disc degeneration by improving strength and mobility in your back.
Poor Posture
When you slouch or spend too much time sitting, it leads to stress on the spine and surrounding muscles, leading to pain and discomfort. We’ll show you proven techniques for correcting postural impairments and strengthening your core so your spine gets the support it needs.
Regardless of the reason for your lower back pain, the practitioners at Evidence Sport and Spine will help you relieve your discomfort with evidence-based treatment techniques designed to get results.
You don’t have to sit on the sidelines due to lower back pain. Call 403-455-0025 to determine what’s causing your pain and find a solution!
Proven Physiotherapy Techniques for Treating Lower Back Pain
Physiotherapists take an evidence-based approach to relieving back pain and restoring optimal function. Our treatment plans are based on the latest research and tailored to suit your needs, goals, and symptoms.
Depending on the cause of your back pain, we might utilize one or more of the following treatment techniques:
- Exercise Prescription: Movement is one of the best ways to treat lower back pain, and our expert physiotherapists will show you which exercises will most benefit your condition. We’ll help you strengthen the muscles that support your spine, correct muscle imbalances, and improve your spinal mobility – all with the goal of relieving and preventing pain.
- Core Stabilization: Strong core muscles are essential in supporting your spine and maintaining proper posture. We’ll work with you to develop a personalized core-strengthening exercise program to reduce pain and improve posture, balance, and overall functional ability.
- Manual Therapy: such as joint mobilizations or manipulation to reduce joint stiffness, alleviate muscle tension and improve range of motion
- Soft Tissue Massage: techniques, such as myofascial release, active release, petrissage, effleurage, and trigger point release, target tight muscles and fascia, promoting relaxation, improved range of motion, and circulation.
- Postural Education: Poor posture worsens back pain and can prevent you from achieving the results you’re looking for. Our team of experts will educate you on proper body mechanics, sitting and standing postures, and ergonomic adjustments to improve posture and alleviate stress on the spine.
- Pain Management Modalities: If your pain is too intense for exercise, we’ll help prepare your body for treatment using a variety of physiotherapy modalities, such as electrical stimulation or hot and cold therapy.
- Dry needling IMS: is a technique that involves the insertion of fine acupuncture needles into taught bands of muscle that contain a knot or trigger point, which works on several levels within the body to assist in releasing tight and sore muscles.
Proven Techniques for Treating Lower Back Pain
When you visit Evidence Sport and Spine for lower back pain, our team uses a comprehensive evaluation process to understand the root cause of your discomfort. This process is critical for tailoring the most effective treatment plan for you. Based on the assessment, our team has several treatments at their disposal to address lower back pain:
Spinal Manipulation/Adjustments
Spinal manipulation, adjustment, involves applying a controlled, sudden force to a spinal joint using hands or a special instrument. The goal is to improve spinal motion and physical function, alleviate pain, and restore alignment.
Corrective Exercises
Our team often use specific exercises tailored to your needs to strengthen the muscles around the spine, improve mobility, and restore proper function. These exercises help correct imbalances, relieve stress on the spine, and prevent future episodes of back pain.
Postural Recommendations
Improving posture is crucial for spinal health. We’ll provide advice on correct sitting, standing, and sleeping positions to reduce back strain. We may recommend ergonomic workplace or home adjustments, such as properly setting up a computer workstation, to encourage a neutral spine position and prevent back pain.
These comprehensive approaches combine to treat back pain symptomatically and address its root causes and contributing factors. We’ll aim to restore function, alleviate pain, and promote long-term spinal health through manipulation, exercises, and lifestyle adjustments.
Contact us today for an assessment and take the first step towards a healthier life!
At Evidence Sport and Spine, we’ll work with you to find the right combination of treatments to get the results you’re looking for – from immediate pain relief to lasting pain prevention.
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