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Back injuries are among the most common physical ailments, affecting people from all walks of life. Whether your back feels weak, you’ve experienced back injuries from lifting, or you’re recovering from back injuries caused by a car accident or falling, it’s essential to understand the types, symptoms, and prevention strategies to keep your spine healthy and functional.

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At Releaseology, I use a blend of different techniques to find the root cause of your back injury without any imaging and make lasting change. If you're looking for help with back injury, choose a Releaseology Session

Prevention, Symptoms and Treatment

Back Injuries

Types of Back Injuries

Back injuries can range from mild strains to severe conditions that might affect your daily life. Common types include:​

  • Muscle Sprains and Strains: Often result from overuse or sudden movements, like lifting heavy objects or twisting awkwardly.

  • Back Injury Muscle: Can occur due to overcompensation and dysfunction in any muscle group close to the back: ligaments, scar tissue, back muscles, core, hips and thorax

  • Herniated Discs: Occur when the soft center of a spinal disc pushes through a crack in the tougher exterior, potentially pressing on nerves.

  • Fractures: Can happen from trauma such as falls or car accidents.

  • Degenerative Conditions: Like arthritis or spinal stenosis, which involve wear and tear over time.

  • Sciatica: results from compression of the sciatic nerve that results in lower back weakness and shooting pain down the leg. Read more about it on my blog about sciatica

Symptoms of Back Injuries

More symptoms of back injuries in my blog post titled: Understanding and Managing Low Back Pain Relief: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options. 

  • Weakness: A feeling of instability or difficulty maintaining posture, often noted as upper back weakness, lower back weakness or weakness in the back of the legs

  • Back Stiffness and Pain: Common after injuries or due to muscle strain.

  • Radiating Pain: Pain that extends into the legs or other areas, commonly associated with nerve involvement

  • Numbness or Tingling: Sensations of pins and needles in the back, hips, or legs

Common Causes of Back Injuries

​​I have detailed common causes of back injuries in my blog post titled: Understanding and Managing Low Back Pain Relief: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options. 

  • Back Injuries at Work: Often due to repetitive strain or improper lifting techniques.

  • Back Injuries Car Accident: Sudden impact can cause fractures or disc injuries.

  • Back Injuries from Falling: Falls can lead to direct trauma to the spine.

  • Back Injuries from Lifting: Incorrect lifting can strain muscles or damage discs.

Treatment Options for Back Injuries

​I have detailed treatment tips for home in my blog post titled: Understanding and Managing Low Back Pain Relief: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options. The below is an overview of options, but read the blog for videos and more

  • Stretching

  • Muscle Activations

  • Heat Therapy

  • Cold Therapy

  • Topical Magnesium

  • CBD

  • Arnica

  • St. John's Wort

  • Vagus Nerve Stimulation

Prevention Strategies for Back Injuries

  • Ergonomics at Work and Home: Proper workstation setup to avoid strain.

  • Exercise: Core strengthening, flexibility, and regular physical activity.

  • Proper Lifting Techniques: Use your legs, not your back, to lift.

  • Posture: Maintain good posture to prevent undue stress on the back.

Healing and Recovery from Back Injuries

This varies widely depending on the injury, from weeks to months or even longer for healing. Some general guidelines are as follows, but can vary greatly depending on your body's own ability to heal

  • Muscle Strains: Healing time is typically 2-6 weeks with proper rest and therapy.

  • Herniated Discs: May require several months of physical therapy or other treatments.

  • Fractures: Often require extended recovery periods of 6-12 weeks or longer.

When to Seek Help for a Back Injury

I highly recommend seeing a skilled physical therapist, neurokinetic therapy (NKT) provider, chiropractor or naturopath as soon as possible to prevent any undue damage or strain on the body. Contact your primary care provider if you're experiencing: persistent or worsening pain, weakness or numbness in your limbs and/or problems with bladder or bowel control

Why Choose Releaseology in Tempe, Arizona?

At Releaseology, I understand that every back injury is unique. My approach is tailored to your specific needs and medical history, focusing on:

  • Individualized Treatment Plans: Combining the latest in physical therapy with holistic healing methods.

  • Advanced Techniques: Including manual therapy, neurokinetic therapy (NKT), stimulation of acupressure points, and innovative pain management without relying solely on pharmaceuticals.

  • Holistic Recovery: I aim not just to treat symptoms but to address the root causes of your back issues, promoting long-term health and mobility.

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I often look at structures that many other clinicians overlook, such as the nervous system, your jaw, pelvic floor, eyes, diaphragm, scar tissue or even a muscle that you don't feel like there's an "issue."

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Book Your Appointment Today to start your journey towards recovery with Releaseology, where I don't just treat back injuries; I help you reclaim your life. Experience the difference in Tempe, Arizona, with your dedicated physical therapist.

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Book a 60-minute Releaseology session, a 90-minute Releaseology Session or the NKT/Vagus Nerve Combo this includes assessment of the root cause of your complaint as well as any treatment techniques that I have in my toolkit. Please reach out with any questions by texting Sara at 480-712-0699 and e-mailing: sara@releaseology.com or you can book a free consult with me to discuss.

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