BACK PAIN

The back is a complex structure. It is made up of 33 vertebrae, over 30 muscles, numerous ligaments, multiple joints, and many inter-vertebral discs. Your neck (cervical spine) is made up of the top seven vertebrae of your spine. Physical therapy exercise to keep the neck in good care is very beneficial.

Neck and back injuries and the resulting pain can often be prevented by performing daily stretches. Physical therapy exercises teach you to loosens up the muscles of the back and neck, making them less susceptible to tears and injury.

Beyond improper chair positioning and posture, these are some common causes of back and neck pain:

  • Herniated Discs
  • Ligamentous Strains
  • Muscular Strains
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Osteoporosis

YOU ARE SHRINKING!

Discs lose fluid throughout the day. It is not unusual to lose ½ inch in height between when you rise to when you turn in for the evening.

HEART ATTACK

Cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation physical therapy treats people with cardiopulmonary disorders along with those who have had cardiac or pulmonary surgery...[Read More]

COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease s a lung disease in which the lungs are damaged, making it hard to breathe. COPD is incurable as the damage to your airways and lungs is irreversible, but there are things you can do to feel better and slow the progression of damage. Physical therapy for COPD... [Read More]

ARTHRITIS

Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in people older than fifty-five years. Physical therapy aids in improving flexibility, reducing pain and improving function... [Read More]


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