Minor problems are better addressed by a doctor or physical therapist.
Tyler Guymon, DPT
Back pain is a major problem for many people. It can come in different ways – as a small, nagging injury, or worse, a debilitating condition. Regardless of its severity, back pain is a nuisance that affects our lives and our daily function. Everyone will deal with their pain differently, but the end goal for anyone who suffers with back pain or any other pain is to manage it effectively. You might want to do a couple of stretches every day, you could even take medication or even look at the cbd gummies that are on the market to help solve this issue. No matter what you choose to do, be sure to do your research into it before going ahead with it. It is better to be safe than sorry. Plus, you don’t want to make your pain worse, so also speak to a professional if you are considering trying any new medication or treatments. Here is my list of things to stop when you have back pain:
Stop waiting for the pain to go away.
If you have had pain for more than a week, see your physical therapist. Arizona is a direct access state which allows people, depending on insurance, the right to see a physical therapist without having to see a doctor first. While you may be tempted to manage the pain yourself, the earlier you start treatment, the sooner you’ll recover. Visiting somewhere like this chiropractor in round rock would be more effective, but not everyone has the time or funds for this treatment.
Stop trying passive treatments only.
Passive treatments like heat, ice and ultrasound feel good but their effect is usually only temporary. Passive treatments will not eliminate the back pain by itself. Research has indicated that active exercise and postural correction along with manual therapy and hands on techniques are effective remedies for the treatment of low back pain. In more serious cases where exercise and postural correction hasn’t worked, many people have contacted a chiropractor in times of back pain. This realignment of your back should completely end back pain, all through seeing a Chiropractor Glen Iris. This will bring an end to the passive treatments!
Stop repetitive bending.
Another common cause of low back pain is frequent forward bending that increases pressure on the discs in the back, leading to muscle aches and pains. Limiting your forward bending and performing lifts with proper technique will lessen the pressure and torque in the back.
Stop avoiding exercise.
While it may uncomfortable and nerve racking to get started, appropriate exercise is proven to be beneficial for most low back pain. Exercise helps keep your core muscles strong and provides increased circulation to your joints and discs.
Stop slouching.
One of the most common causes of low back pain is poor posture. The strain on the back while sitting in a slouched position can cause excessive pressure on the joints, muscles and discs, causing pain. Learn to sit with correct posture and maintain that posture as much as possible to help decrease or eliminate low back pain. Also, be sure your work-space is set up properly at home and at work. For a lot of people who sit at desks everyday as part of their job can relate to this issue. Maybe investing in modern office furniture would be the best option for you, especially as there are pieces of furniture like chairs that allow you to be specific about the settings. It is definitely worth a try.
Stop focusing on a diagnosis.
A good amount of low back pain can be classified as non-specific, meaning that the root of your pain cannot be pinpointed to one specific problem. While common diagnostic tests for low back pain can show the bones, discs and joints with great detail, no test can tell the exact cause of your pain with 100% accuracy. Back pain can be influenced by many different factors and it may be difficult to attribute it to one specific reason.
Minor problems are better addressed by a doctor or physical therapist before they become major issues that affect your quality of life. Please call AZOPT at 623-242-6908 if you have back pain and find out more about how we can help!