Five simple steps to an effective back pain treatment

Finding the best option for back pain treatment can be a lengthy process. There can be an overwhelming amount of options, whether it’s aquatic therapy, manual therapy or ultrasound, just to name a few. The good news is that at Excel Sports & Physical Therapy, our licensed and professional physical therapists work with you to determine the source of your pain and develop a plan to successfully treat it.

Here are five steps to an effective back pain treatment.

1.         Discuss your previous level of activity and injuries

When you initially meet with your physical therapist, it’s essential for your therapist to know your history.  Be as forthcoming as possible with your activity history, your previous injuries, as well as any event that you think may have contributed to your back pain.

2.         Be consistent

You won’t successfully treat your back pain if you aren’t consistent with your treatment. Don’t miss an appointment and attend every session with the mindset that you are going to work hard and commit to the directions of your physical therapist

3.         Bring what you learn home with you

Your back pain treatment doesn’t stop once you go out our front door. You need to continue the process at home. This will help you regain your mobility and independence, heal faster and help you reach your goals.

4.         Stretch

You should constantly be stretching when you’re away from physical therapy. Keep your back muscles loose by warming them up a few times a day. Try to avoid sitting for too long or sleeping in the wrong position. Your back pain treatment relies on your body’s ability to progress, and keeping it loose and flexible will generate the best results.

5.         Ask questions and communicate

Your physical therapist is here to help you. We want to know about your concerns, your goals, and any questions that you have. It’s very important to openly communicate to us anything that comes up related to your treatment, even if it occurs away from the office. Don’t be afraid to ask or tell us about anything, whether it’s good or bad. A clear line of communication between patient and therapist makes for a successful back pain treatment plan in the end.  

It’s important to start your back pain treatment right away. With the correct plan from a physical therapist at Excel Sports & Physical Therapy, you will not only work toward healing your back, but also applying what you learn to your everyday life to do your best to avoid a repeat injury in the future.

Contact us for any questions and schedule your initial appointment today.

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