Back Pain-Sciatica

Low back pain is very common. In fact 80 percent of the population will experience a bout of low back pain at least once in their lifetime. For most people, the pain is temporary. But back pain can become long-lasting (chronic) if a person has ongoing poor posture and body mechanics, unstable core muscles, ongoing walking (gait) issues, or if under stress and/or depressed.

Athletes/Weekend Warriors of all ages account for a large percentage of those suffering from back injuries.  Something we have noticed over the years is they are often the same group of individuals that deny they have an issue and they avoid seeking treatment.  Whether the sport is volleyball, soccer, golf, running, softball, tennis or basketball the spine is impacted by the twisting, turning and repetitive stress of activity.  Many times the spinal impact is compounded by balance deficits, fascial restrictions, poor posture and key muscle weakness.  Mobility, Stability, (aka Balance) and strength are required to meet the demands of any sport/activity and maintain peak performance. 

Physical Therapists are one of your best resources for addressing pain, balance issues, compensations, techniques and muscle re-training.  At FYZICAL™-Phoenix/Desert Ridge we incorporate a unique, but highly effective form of structural body work (Myofascial Release) with postural correction, balance re-training and muscle strengthening. 

There is no one size fits all that you can read in a magazine and do.  We all arrive at our present state of function (or dysfunction) through use and abuse over the course of our lifetime.  This is impacted by injuries, accidents, surgeries and sustained postures related to work and daily activities (ie video games and phones).  Your rehabilitation program should be unique to you and maximize performance and longevity in any sport/activity. 

Let’s face it, any activity is more fun when you are performing well and pain free.  This translates to all other areas of your life.  Back pain shouldn’t stop you from maximizing your full potential & Loving Your Life! 

Are you ready to take the next step toward Maximum Performance?  Call us for a FREE Assessment.  We got your BACK here at FYZICAL-Phoenix/DesertRidge!