Whether back pain started after a restless night, lifting something too heavy, or an injury during a sporting event, Comprehensive Physical Therapy can help you move more comfortably and get back to the life you love.
Back pain is the most commonly reported condition in the United States. It can affect your upper, middle, or lower back and can make sleep, work, driving, exercise, and everyday tasks feel difficult.
At Comprehensive Physical Therapy, a thorough evaluation helps identify what may be contributing to your discomfort. Your plan is then tailored to how your pain developed, the area involved, your medical history, and your goals for recovery.
Numerous factors may cause back pain. Seeing a physical therapist is an important step toward understanding the source of your discomfort.
Incorrect posture can strain other parts of the body, contributing to pain, inflammation, or dysfunction.
Herniated discs can cause significant back pain and may contribute to radiculopathy in the thigh, leg, or foot, as well as sciatica.
A back sprain involves overstretched ligaments in the spine, while a back strain involves overstretched back muscles.
As we age, degenerative disc disease can contribute to a dull, painful lower-back ache and difficulty standing or walking for long periods.
After your initial evaluation, your physical therapist will create a plan based on the cause of your back pain, the specific region affected, and your health history.
Our therapists work with you to loosen tight areas so you can move more easily. The goal is to reduce pain as quickly as possible while strengthening core muscles to help prevent further injury.
Your care may also include education on ergonomics to help protect your spine during daily activities such as driving or sitting at a computer. Completing the full course of treatment is important for building lasting strength and reducing the risk of reinjury.
Hands-on techniques may be used as part of a personalized plan to address tight areas and help you move more comfortably.
Dry needling may be incorporated into an individualized treatment approach when clinically appropriate.
Targeted exercise supports core strength, mobility, and a confident return to the activities that matter to you.
“I came to Comprehensive Physical Therapy and got treated for a handful of injuries ranging from my back to down my knee. Here they were able to pinpoint underlying issues and focused on correcting them so that I could conduct daily activities without pain/discomfort!”
— Caitlin H.
“I couldn’t stand long periods of time at work without my upper and lower back, as well as my knee and shoulders being in pain. Billy and Jeff found the specific impairments causing my pain and provided individualized treatment using manual therapy, dry needling, and strengthening exercises.”
— Abigail W.
The sooner we can see you, the sooner we can help you begin progressing toward less pain and more freedom of movement.