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Have you ever experienced a bad night’s sleep due to back pain or strained your back while moving something heavy? Or maybe you hurt your back playing a sport. Are you searching for a way to get rid of back pain?
Back pain affects over 80% of all people. It is the most commonly reported complaint in the United States. According to the American Physical Therapy Association, one out of every four Americans has had it in the previous three months!
Numerous factors could be causing your back pains, but regardless of the cause, at Blue Ridge Physical Therapy, our physical therapists can help you get the back pain relief you’ve been looking for!
Our physical therapy clinic in Johnson City, TN is ready to help you.
Request Appointment Call Us (423) 262-0020Why does my back hurt?
There are several reasons you may be experiencing back pain, and identifying the root cause can be difficult. Fortunately, our highly trained physical therapist can help determine all the factors contributing to your condition and provide a comprehensive plan to address them all!
At Blue Ridge Physical Therapy, our physical therapists regularly treat all types of back pain. We use research-back strategies that are proven to provide lasting results.
Some of the most common conditions that lead to back pain include:
Poor posture and prolonged positions
Our spines are designed to move. One of the most common causes of back pain is poor posture/prolonged positions. Our modern society is far more sedentary than past generations, and the incidence of back pain continues to grow.
Back pain caused by poor posture is commonly associated with prolonged activities like sitting and standing. When you sustain a posture, you can irritate the tissues in your body, leading to pain, dysfunction, and over time even inflammation or injury.
Sprain/Strain
A back sprain occurs when you overstretch the ligaments in your spine, whereas a back strain occurs when you overstretch your back muscles. These types of injuries are often associated with a lifting injury or an accident (i.e., motor vehicle accident, slip, or fall).
Bulging or Herniated discs
The discs are specialized tissue between two vertebrae (i.e., spine bones). The discs help direct our spines’ movement and absorb forces and protect the bones from injury.
The discs are particularly vulnerable to injury from bending and twisting movements, primarily when associated with lifting in these positions. The disc is also susceptible to prolonged postures related to sitting or awkward tasks.
Injury to the discs can cause significant pain in the back and lead to a more serious condition known as radiculopathy (i.e., nerve pain) in your thigh, leg, or foot (aka sciatica).
The good news is that physical therapy at our Johnson City, TN clinic can help you if you struggle with pain associated with disc problems.
Degenerative disc disease (DDD)
Degenerative disc disease is another common cause of back discomfort and is most commonly associated with aging. Smoking, certain medications, and injury can also lead to degenerative changes.
Pain associated with degenerative disc disease often presents with changes to mobility and is commonly felt when initiating movement after a prolonged position (i.e., sitting, standing, or lying).
People often describe a dull, painful ache in the lower back that gets worse with standing or walking for lengthy periods.
Regardless of the cause of your back pain, our physical therapists can help get to the root of your problem and, more importantly, give you the tools to resolve your pain!
Read Reviews From Clients Who Found Relief From Back Pain
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"I suffered with upper back pain for at least 5 years. I suffered with what I thought was hip pain for years. Dr. Kim diagnosed lower back pain into the hip and neck pain for the upper back. She was right on the money. Because I waited so long to seek help, it took 8 months of hard work to…"
– Wendy A.
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"I replaced some flooring in my basement which was hard on my back, but I thought I was okay. Then I popped my left SI joint out pushing a door open and my back went into spasms. I could not walk without pain and sleeping was impossible. Kim fit me in immediately and started treatment. I came every day for…"
– Janine P.
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"When I first came here, I was suffering from extreme low back pain. It was so intense I could not sleep and trying to do my daily work duties was extremely difficult. Getting in and out of my car, or putting on my shoes was very painful. Now I am pain-free. I have stopped taking meloxicam. Back to my normal…"
– John H.
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"I have had the misfortune to require multiple back surgeries, and have also dealt with numerous sprains and knee injuries. Now, at age 64, I am pleased to say that even after these debilitating events I have been able to fully recover without surgery, thanks to my rehab experience at Blue Ridge Physical Therapy. My most recent knee injury was…"
– Cyndy M.
Physical therapy can provide back pain relief
When you walk through the doors of Blue Ridge Physical Therapy in Johnson City, TN, your search for back pain relief can finally come to an end! Our physical therapists are here to help you get back on your feet as soon as possible!
When you come to our clinic in Johnson City, TN, our highly trained physical therapist will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your condition. We’ll look at your range of motion, strength, location, quality of your pain symptoms, and how your body tolerates specific movements and positions. We will also identify your history of back pain and overall health status.
All of this is done to identify the root causes of your back pain, as well as all the factors that may be contributing to your condition. We believe in a whole-person approach to care and emphasize educating you about how to manage your condition independently and how to prevent future episodes.
We will design our treatment plan based on your personal needs. We understand that no two people are alike, and although their symptoms are similar, their road to recovery is unique to the individual.
Our therapists will work with you to reduce any tension affecting your mobility and provide exercises to restore your movement and overall function. One of our primary goals is to get rid of your pain as soon as possible while strengthening any muscle weaknesses to help minimize the risk of further injury.
We’ll also show you how to employ ergonomics and body mechanics to protect your spine, whether sitting at a computer, driving your car, or bending over to pick up something from the ground.
It is critical that you seek help sooner than later to resolve your condition as quickly as possible and avoid your situation getting worse or creating a new injury to your back!
Schedule an appointment to find back pain relief
If you are looking for back pain relief in Johnson City, TN, request an appointment with Blue Ridge Physical Therapy today. The sooner we can see you, the better. Our physical therapists are eager to help you get back on your feet!
