Mechanical Back Pain
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At Alleviate Physiotherapy we treat a number of Back Pain causes. Check out our blog on back pain for all the conditions we treat.
What is Mechanical Back Pain?
Mechanical back pain is caused by issues with the spine’s structure or function, including muscles, ligaments, and nerves. Mechanical back pain often results from problems like:
- Poor Posture: Prolonged periods of sitting or standing in a position that puts strain on the back can cause mechanical back pain.
- Herniated Discs: Herniated discs occur when the gel-like center of a spinal disc bulges out and puts pressure on the nerve roots, causing pain.
- Degenerative Disc Disease: This condition occurs when the spinal discs begin to deteriorate, leading to pain and stiffness.
- Spinal Stenosis: Spinal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal narrows, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerves and causing pain.
- Sciatica: Sciatica is a type of mechanical back pain that occurs when the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back to the legs, becomes compressed or irritated.
- Facet Joint Pain: The facet joints are small joints located in the back of the spine that can become painful due to arthritis, injury, or degeneration.
Mechanical back pain varies in severity and may include tingling, numbness, or leg weakness. Physical therapy or a chiropractor should be your first contact for a detailed examination to identify the root cause. Seeing a physiotherapist or chiropractor is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
How can physiotherapy help in Mechanical Back Pain?
- Manual Therapy: Techniques such as massage,ART, MFR, MET spinal mobilization, Cupping, Graston, IASTM and spinal manipulation can help reduce pain and improve movement in the spine.
- Stretching and Strengthening Exercises: Our therapists recommend specific exercises to stretch tight muscles and strengthen weak ones to improve posture and reduce pain.
- Core Stability: Our therapists prescribe Neuromuscular exercises to strengthen the muscles of your trunk, which help support the spine and reduce stress on the back.
- Modalities: We use modalities such as NMES,IFC, Shockwave therapy, electrical stimulation, or acupuncture and dry needling to reduce pain and improve circulation and function.
- Ergonomic Training: Our therapists provide guidance on how to modify your daily activities to reduce stress on your back and prevent further injury tailored to your needs .
- Pain Education and Coping Strategies: Our therapists also provide education on pain and how to manage it, as well as teach you coping strategies to help you better manage your symptoms.
Physiotherapy is an effective tool of a comprehensive treatment plan for mechanical back pain. Our therapists will collaborate with you to create a personalized treatment plan. They will also offer guidance on managing your condition.
At Alleviate Physiotherapy, our expert therapists offer effective treatment for all types of back pain. We help relieve pain, improve mobility, and prevent re-injury. Our personalized treatment plans consider each client’s specific needs and goals to help them lead a pain-free life.
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