Physical Therapy - Evaluation and Treatment for Back Pain

Physical Therapy (PT) is often prescribed for patients with back pain and other spinal problems. It can help to reduce pain, increase flexibility, build strength, and even improve your posture.

Physical therapists use passive and active therapies to treat patients. Passive therapies include heat/cold therapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, massage, and joint mobilization. Active therapies include carefully monitored stretching, strengthening and other therapeutic exercise.

A well designed PT treatment plan can help speed a spine patient's recovery! The articles below will address all of your questions about PT, from the most basic questions to the most advanced.

Physical Therapy: Evaluation and Treatment

Physical Therapists: Professionals Working Toward Wellness
Physical therapists are highly educated medical professionals who work with patients toward wellness and injury prevention.
Physical Therapy Evaluation for Low Back Pain
Physical Therapy Overview
What Can Physical Therapy Do For Me?
Physical Therapy: An Overview
Physical Therapy Program for Low Back Pain
Physical Therapy: Questions and Answers
Occupational Therapy: Questions and Answers

Modalities

Prescription Pain and Other Medications
Many studies have shown that when properly managed, opioid analgesic compounds are safe and rarely cause addiction.
Hot and Cold Therapies for Pain and Discomfort
Ultrasound: A Common Treatment Used in Physical Therapy
Biofeedback: Questions and Answers
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
Spinal Traction
Therapeutic Spinal Traction

Massage: Hands on Therapy

Massage: What Should I Expect?
Learn what to expect when you start getting massage therapy.
Finding a Massage Therapist
Massage Therapy
Joint Health and Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy for Health and Fitness
Joint and Soft Tissue Mobilization
Stabilization Training
The McKenzie System
Aquatic Therapy
Hydrotherapy and Aquatic Therapy

Posture and Body Mechanics

Use Good Body Mechanics to Help Keep Your Spine Safe
This article offers excellent tips that can be incorporated into your daily life and help you improve your body mechanics. Good posture, which comes from correct body mechanics, can help minimize the risk of injury to your spine.
Ergonomics: Lifting Safety
Posture: What About It?
Body Mechanics 101
OSHA Ergonomics Case Study: The Dow Chemical Company's Use of the "Six Sigma" Methodology
Ergonomics: Potential Job-Specific Concerns
Ergonomics: Preferred Work Zone
Ergonomics: Grocery Store Checkout

Exercise and Wellness

Exercise and Wellness Index
A comprehensive exercise and wellness program can have significant positive benefits for those who suffer from back pain.
Ergonomics - Take Steps Towards Prevention
Preventing Back and Neck Pain
Vitamins Supplements and Herbs

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