Experiencing Back Pain? It could be Arthritis.

Did you know that arthritis may be the culprit of your lower back pain?
Ouch!

Arthritis is defined as joint inflammation. There are many types of arthritis, which may affect one or more joints in the body. Most joints have the potential to develop arthritis, which causes swelling, stiffness, decreased ability to move, pain, and possible deformity.

At Trio Rehab, our physical therapy program for managing back pain begins with identifying the root cause of pain targeting the lower back area through an extensive evaluation that includes testing muscle strength, identifying joint range-of-motion limitations, and more. Based on our evaluation, we’ll work with our patients to create the most effective treatment plan.

For those living with back pain caused by arthritis, physical therapy can help ease the pressure placed on the lower back, while also providing a holistic treatment approach to ensure participants maximize their ability to participate in everyday living activities, which ultimately promotes safety and an enhanced quality of life.

Physical therapists can help with a variety of treatment options, including:

Exercise

Physical therapists will recommend specific low-impact exercises that strengthens the spine, abdomen, and hip muscles—to improve your ability to stand, walk, and balance, which lowers the risk of falling and aids in lower back pain management.

Stretching

Physical therapists will recommend specific stretching exercises targeting the back, spine, arms, and/or legs based on the results of the initial evaluation, which will further improve mobility and reduce joint tightness.

Symptom management

Physical therapists will provide education on how to be more active without worsening symptoms. The therapist will help identify the most appropriate activity levels, and develop a unique program to keep patients moving with less pain.

Daily activity training

Physical therapists may also provide education on better ways to engage in everyday activities, such how to get in and out of bed, the bathtub, or a chair, as well as how to bend and walk with more ease.

Manual therapy

Physical therapists may use gentle hands-on techniques (manual therapy) to help improve your spinal flexibility and ease stiffness.

To learn more about how physical therapy can help those suffering with different types of arthritis, visit ChoosePT.com.

Trio Rehab’s talented physical therapists are here to help!

The key to successful physical therapy is early intervention. If you or someone you care for is experiencing lower back pain caused by arthritis, don’t wait. Give us a call today to make an appointment to see one of our talented and highly trained physical therapists.

Jennica Colvin, Owner & Physical Therapist
Trio Rehabilitation & Wellness Solutions
Boerne, Texas