In addition to stretching, strengthening and aerobic exercises, there are several lifestyle guidelines that can help in the healing and rehabilitation process.
Physical therapy: Passive PT (Modalities) for back pain
Published in December 12th, 2007
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Heat/ice packs for heat therapy and cold therapy
Iontophoresis
TENS units for electrotherapy
Ultrasound
Multiple modalities are commonly employed to reduce low back pain. They are especially useful in alleviating acute low back pain (e.g. an intense, debilitating episode of low back pain) for the patient. Physical therapists or chiropractors usually use passive modalities.
Rehabilitation and exercise for a healthy back
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How the back benefits from exercise
People who suffer from lower back pain are often encouraged to help their own recovery through exercise and physical therapy, but are seldom given the knowledge and tools needed to accomplish this. This discussion will provide a basic understanding of the causes of lower back pain, and discuss appropriate steps to exercise and rehabilitate a painful back.
What is physiatry?
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Introduction
Physiatry – also called physical medicine and rehabilitation – is a branch of medicine that specializes in diagnosis, treatment and management of disease primarily using “physical” means (such as physical therapy and medications). Essentially, physiatrists specialize in a wide variety of conservative treatments for the musculoskeletal system (the muscles and bones) and do not perform surgery.
Physical therapy for low back pain relief
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Physical therapy for the low back
Patients suffering from most types of low back pain are often referred for physical therapy for four weeks as an initial conservative treatment option before considering other more aggressive treatments, including back surgery. The goals of physical therapy are to decrease back pain, increase function and teach the patient a maintenance program to prevent future back problems.
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