Back & Spine Physical Therapy

Summary

Back Pain

Lower Back Pain

Back pain is one of the most common medical problems, affecting 8 out of 10 people at some point during their lives. Back pain can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain. Acute back pain comes on suddenly and usually lasts from a few days to a few weeks. Back pain is called chronic if it lasts for more than three months. Doing many things improperly over time, like sitting, standing, and lifting, may lead your back to be injured when you do something simple like bending down to pick up a dropped pencil.



Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people around the world. Often called wear-and-tear arthritis, osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartilage on the ends of your bones wears down over time. While osteoarthritis can damage any joint in your body, the disorder most commonly affects joints in your hands, neck, lower back, knees and hips.

Lower Back Symptoms:

• Deep aching joint pain that is worse after exercise or any application of weight and is relieved by rest
• Grating of the joint with motion
• Joint pain in rainy weather
• Joint swelling
• Limited movement
• Morning stiffness
  

Osteoarthritis Symptoms:

• A variety of symptoms may be felt
• Tingling or burning sensation
• Dull aching or sharp pain
• Weakness in legs or feet
• Pain may come on gradually or abruptly
  

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