4 Mistakes with Sciatica Pain
What is sciatica? Sciatica is a general name given to any pain that is caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body. It runs from the back of the pelvis, through the buttocks, and travels along the back of both legs, ending at your […]
5 Steps to improve chronic lower back pain
If you’ve been sidelined by a sore back, you’re not alone. Four out of five people experience back pain at some point, making it the second most common reason for visiting the physical therapist. Although determining the cause of back pain can be complicated, there are many different actions you can take to help improve lower […]
Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis rehabilitation exercises
Spondylolysis is a crack or stress fracture in one of the vertebrae, the small bones that make up the spinal column. The injury most often occurs in children and adolescents who participate in sports that involve repeated stress on the lower back, such as gymnastics, football, and weight lifting. In some cases, the stress fracture […]
L4 L5 – L5 S1 disc bulge best exercise rehabilitation for pain relief
A herniated disc in the spine is a condition during which a nucleus pulposus is displaced from intervertebral space. It is a common cause of back pain. The patient’s who experience pain related to a herniated disc often remember an inciting event that caused their pain. However, a herniated disc is a part of the […]
daily stretch routine for a tight lower back
Lower back pain can be a debilitating and painful condition. Fortunately, staying physically active may be the most effective and cost-efficient way to soothe or prevent it. Research shows that doing a combination of strength and aerobic exercises and stretching two to three times a week can help prevent and ease lower-back pain. Here is […]