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Back pain is one of the most common problems we see here at Altamont Physical Therapy, and one of the first things we want you to know is that back pain isn’t always as simple as finding the one thing that’s wrong with your back.
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What Is Back Pain?
It can be related to irritated joints, muscles, discs, changes that have developed over time, or simply the way your back is moving and handling the demands you’re putting on it.
Sometimes there’s an obvious event. You lifted something heavy, you were shoveling, playing a sport, or just running around with your kids. Other times, it seems to come out of nowhere. You wake up one morning, and it’s painful just to get out of bed. And sometimes the frustrating part is that you can’t figure out exactly what caused it.
What are the symptoms of Back Pain?
You might feel it right in your low back, into your hip, your butt, or down the leg. You may notice your pain is worse when you’re:
- Bending or twisting
- Sitting or standing
- Getting out of a chair
- Waking up first thing in the morning
What people don’t always realize is how much back pain can start to affect your life. Maybe you’re:
- Having trouble sleeping because you can't get comfortable
- Constantly shifting around in your seat on the drive to work
- Avoiding the gym or hesitant to pick up your grandkids
- Wondering if hiking, golfing, running, or gardening are off the table
And then there’s the uncertainty. Is it a bulged disc? Is it arthritis? Is this just something I’m going to have to live with? That fear can actually make it harder to get back to normal activity.
Most people try pain pills, heat or ice, stretches, or YouTube exercises first. There’s nothing wrong with trying those things, but the internet doesn’t know your back. An exercise that feels great for one person may aggravate another’s symptoms. And if imaging showed a bulging disc, degenerative changes, or arthritis, those findings can sound scary, but they’re extremely common and don’t always explain why you’re having pain.
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What Is Our Approach To Treating Back Pain?
That’s why we listen to you and find out the whole picture.
At Altamont Physical Therapy, we start with a thorough evaluation to understand:
- Your history and what you've been experiencing
- What movements make your pain better or worse
- How your back is moving, and how your hips and core are contributing
Then we’ll explain what we’re finding in plain English and what we think is driving your symptoms.
Treatment might include hands-on techniques to improve mobility and reduce pain, but that’s only part of the process. We’ll also build strength and movement so your back can handle the demands you’re putting on it, with exercises chosen because they address what we found in your evaluation.
We want to help you understand your back, build your confidence in moving again, and give you the tools to take an active role in your health.
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If you’re dealing with back pain and not sure what your next step should be, start by downloading our free back pain report, packed with tips to alleviate your pain at home and next steps toward treating it permanently.