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Is the source of your low back pain a mystery? You\u2019re not alone: Nine out of 10 patients<\/a> don’t know the primary cause of their back pain. The problem is that most people seek treatment after they\u2019ve begun exhibiting symptoms of back pain. While this may seem logical on the surface, we\u2019re here to tell you that there\u2019s a better way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The key is to go to a physical therapist before you begin to see the signs and symptoms of back pain. I\u2019m sure that right about now you\u2019re asking, \u201cWhy would I do that?\u201d One, because physical therapists are trained to recognize the physical dysfunctions that may one day lead to back pain. And two, because eight out of 10<\/a> Americans suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives, so the chances are good that you could become a statistic one day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seeing a physical therapist on an annual basis is one of the most effective ways to prevent back pain from occurring in the first place. Doesn\u2019t that sound like the better alternative? Great, now that you\u2019re on board, let\u2019s talk about what you can expect during that annual physical therapy appointment. The first time you go, your physical therapist will collect a complete picture of your medical history. During subsequent visits, it\u2019ll be important to update your physical therapist about any changes to your health during the previous 12 months, but it won\u2019t be necessary to review your entire medical history again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, your physical therapist will perform an examination using a variety of tests and measures including a movement screen. A movement screen is a screening tool that\u2019s designed to identify imbalances in your mobility and stability that may contribute to limited function or other impairments. This gives your PT the ability to see how your back, hips, core, shoulders, knees and ankles perform during a series of carefully selected exercises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The information gathered during an examination helps your physical therapist to identify changes from one year to the next, a critical step in assessing your risk for back pain and a host of other debilitating conditions. If a problem is identified early enough, then your physical therapist is better equipped to discuss preventive measures instead of designing a treatment plan. And that\u2019s how you identify the root cause of back pain and derail issues before they even begin. Mystery solved.
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