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186 Princeton Hightstown Rd #104
West Windsor Township, NJ 08550
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Back Pain Physical Therapy at Town Physical Therapy
Back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide approximately 31 million Americans experience low back pain. Back pain can affect the upper, middle or lower parts of your spine. Back pain is usually perceived as being something mundane and usually is ignored by patients and doctors alike. Back pain treatment is something that you should not have to deal with on a regular basis. At Town PT, we offer non-surgical options for effectively and safely managing your back pain therapy. You will be given a customized treatment plan which will aim to get you back to the level of activity and the lifestyle that you are accustomed to without having to deal with your back pain. We will show you how to become pain free, fix the cause and eliminate your symptoms. Our team of specialists offers a highly specific, individualized, and comprehensive approach aimed at identifying the precise cause of your pain and providing appropriate treatment accordingly.
Definition
Back pain is a symptom and complaint of pain sensation in the upper, middle and lower sections of the spine either around the musculature and/or the ligamentous attachments sites. Low Back pain Treatment can start as high as the lower part of your neck and go as far down as near your pelvis and sacrum.
Symptoms of Back Pain
Back pain symptoms can vary, but common signs include persistent aching or stiffness in the lower or upper back, sharp or shooting pain that may radiate down the legs, difficulty standing or sitting for long periods, and limited range of motion. Muscle spasms and discomfort when bending or lifting are also frequent indicators. Severe cases might lead to numbness or weakness in the legs. If back pain persists or worsens, seeking professional evaluation is advised.
Causes
There are many different causes of back pain. It can be due to a functional or structural disorder; for example muscle spasms, vertebral misalignment, muscle weakness, core instability, arthritis, disk protrusion, disk herniation and many other issues that the doctors at Town PT, will prove to you during the initial examination. Other causes include but are not limited to:
Diagnosis
At Physical Therapy the doctor will begin with a comprehensive examination which will address the onset, cause, duration, severity, vectors, establish the meaningful task and functional tasks that cause the middle back pain treatment. At this point the cause of the back pain will be determined; however diagnostic ultrasonography or an MRI are also very accurate and preferred in determining the stage and extent of the back pain if needed will be carried out.
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At Physical Therapy we have extensive experience treating low back pain specialist. Based on a functional evaluation we create an individual treatment plan. Treatment options may vary depending on the type and stage of the pain. Treatment for back pain will be a combination of manual therapy and physical therapy exercises. We use our expertise in manual medicine and rehabilitation to retrain symmetrical weight bearing and equalize weight shifting to help reduce pressure and decrease hypertonicity in back spasm treatment.
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Conditions We Treat
At Town Physical Therapy, we treat a variety of conditions, including ankle pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, joint injuries, sports injuries, vertigo, balance disorders, and more. Our skilled team provides personalized care to help you recover and return to your daily activities. Whatever the challenge, we’re committed to helping you achieve better movement and improved quality of life.
