When most people think of back pain, they assume it’s the result of an acute injury, or spinal condition. While these certainly are causes of back
Is it Bad for Your Spine to “Crack” Your Back?
Many people assume that “cracking” your back is bad for you, but is that actually the case? In this physical therapy education article, we are going
Mechanical Pain in the Lower Back
Today we’re going to talk about commonplace mechanical pain in the lower lumbar spine (the lower part of the back where it attaches to the pelvis).
The Problem with Permanently “Fixing” Low Back Pain
“Fix your lower back pain forever” - A common and unfortunate tagline purported by health periodicals and professionals as they attempt to reel in
The Easiest Thing you can do to Prevent Low Back Pain
There is no cure for lower back pain. What prevails is common sense that takes us back to freshman physics. In this article, we will offer a simple
Why Does My Back Keep Locking Up?
When your back keeps “locking up” on a regular basis, it can be difficult to complete your day-to-day tasks. The problem is, there are a lot of
Spondylolysis – Causes, Symptoms & Physical Therapy
Low back pain can be the result of a whole host of injuries and conditions. Here we’d like to focus on one in particular – spondylolysis. This
Physical Therapy for Pain when Bending Down
Have you ever experienced pain in your back when you bend over to tie your shoes, during exercise, or even while performing routine daily tasks? This
How to Treat Nocturnal Back Pain with Physical Therapy
Getting a good night’s sleep is an essential aspect of living a healthy life. If you are sleep-deprived you’re not going to feel or function well