There are many different causes of back pain, especially after trauma from a car accident or fall.  Your brain will automatically avoid pain with body movements, and this can lead to unstable or weak muscles which can damage your spine over time.  The great news is that this is very treatable! It is important to come see one of our therapists after any trauma, even if you don’t have immediate pain.  Your brain will instantly kick into safety mode to avoid discomfort, even if you don’t realize it.

For example, let’s focus on the hamstrings.  Hamstrings are used to give your body stability.  When your hamstrings are tight, they pull on your pelvis which puts a large amount of tension on the muscles in your lower back.  Eventually, this can result in disc problems such as sciatica.  This is why it is so important to see a trained professional after trauma- you can actually prevent yourself from slowly damaging your spine.  Even if you are already experiencing sciatica or back pain, our therapists will work with you to ensure your muscles and tendons are balanced and functioning correctly, which will lead to a healthier spine and pain-free life.

There is no need to see a family medical doctor first.  The experts at John Goetze Physical Therapy are trained to do an initial assessment for further treatment.

Call our Argyle or Macclenny office today!

 

 

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