According to NINDS, low back pain is the most common cause of job-related disability, and here are some of its causes:
- Strains, sprains, and fractures
- Bulging or ruptured disks or herniated discs and structural problems
- Arthritis and diseases such as spine tumors, kidney stones, abdominal aortic aneurysm
- Spondylolisthesis is a condition that causes the vertebrae in the spine to slip out of place leading to Lower Back Pain and often leg pain as well
The following factors might put you at greater risk of developing back pain.
- Age, smoking, and lack of exercise
- Diseases such as arthritis and cancer
- Excess body weight puts extra stress on your back
- Improper lifting – using your back instead of your legs
- Psychological conditions such as depression and anxiety
There are ways how to avoid back pain or prevent its recurrence by improving your physical condition. Low back pain also usually gets better by just putting some ice and taking over-the-counter pain medications. Treatments for low back pain depend on the cause and this includes taking medications, Physical Therapy, hands-on manipulation, injections, and surgery.
When it comes to providing Physiotherapy, we at Outcomes Therapy are the ones you can trust. We have professionals who are qualified and trained to help you overcome the condition that hinders you from physically functioning and compromises your quality of life.
Let our therapists provide you with quality speech, Occupational Therapy, and physical therapy to optimize your recovery in the comfort of your home or at one of our clinic locations. Call us today.