Ouch! My Low Back And Buttocks Hurt!
Low back is so common in every age group that it is as common to talk about back pain as it is about the weather! Every other person that we know has had some low back pain to some degree or the other. There a multitude of reasons for back and buttock pain, and each person’s situation is unique. As we get older, we become more susceptible to low back pain.
Low back pain should never be ignored. It could stem from spinal problems or other underlying conditions like arthritis. Acting early and getting physical therapy goes a long way in managing your low back pain.
Low back pain can sometimes be scary and may have a huge impact on your normal life. The pain that comes from lower backache is unbearable and makes you restless. But do not despair. RVA Physical Therapy offers effective low back pain treatment options and helps you gain flexibility.
What is Lower Back Pain
This is a common medical disorder affecting nearly 80% of adults in the United States. If you are suffering from back pain, then sprain, strain or muscle cramp could be the prime reasons. While most backaches disappear sooner with heat or cold pack treatments, chronic pains demand serious medical attention.
What Are Low Back Pain Causes
Be it lower left back pain or lower right back pain, torn discs or ruptured discs in your spine are the main culprits. When you face a lower backache, the pain is intolerable and can limit your normal functioning. Some other causes that give rise to low back pain include:
- Muscle pulls of cramps
- Poor body posture while sleeping
- Nerve compression or a pinched nerve
- Degenerative disc disease
- Lifting heavy objects
- Stress and depression
- Trauma including sports injury or any accidental injuries
- Underlying medical conditions like Arthritis and Spondylosis
Why Physical Therapy May Be a Good Option
Physical therapy provides customized care solutions for patients suffering from chronic backaches and joint pains. Physical therapists help you make your body function better with a simple fitness routine. These effective healing programs also reduce the risk of undergoing surgery.
Low Back Pain Treatment
Treatment mainly focuses on doing physical exercises that can alleviate the pain naturally. A physical therapist will suggest exercises based on your medical health and history.
If you are suffering from acute backaches for a longer period of time, then it’s time to get physical therapy. These exercises focus on strengthening and stretching your lower back muscles and to relieve back pain symptoms. Adding these exercises to your daily routine can lead to better physical health.
Symptoms Of Low Back And Buttock Pain
- Lower back pain or discomfort.
- Buttock pain or discomfort.
- Swelling
- Tenderness
- Burning pain in the buttocks.
- Numbness in the lower back or buttocks.
How We Treat Low Back And Buttock Pain
Your physical therapist will recommend treatment modalities based on initial examination, any underlying conditions, and in certain cases, any recommendations your physician might make. Direct Access makes it possible for you to see a physical therapist without the need for a prescription.
For best PT treatment, contact RVA Physical Therapy
Direct Access
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