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Back and lower back injuries are very common and occur from a multitude of causes from something minor to a recurrent issue or from an acute injury. But back pain can present itself in ways that can be difficult for the lay person to address. This is why working with a physiotherapist trained in these conditions and treatment is your best option to return to normal function.
For example, pain from the lumbar spine can present itself in many ways; if a nerve is pinched or irritated, it can be painful in your lower back, radiate into your buttock or down your leg. Numbness, tingling or weakness down the leg can also be symptoms of an irritated lumbar spine structure.
Physiotherapy can be very effective for relieving all types of low back pain including sciatica pain, pain from disc herniation, and spinal stenosis.
Below is a quick description of common back conditions and symptoms. However, you only have one back so it’s best to consult either a doctor or physiotherapist to be sure of any condition you may have so you can receive the best treatment plan overall.
Pain occurs when there is an issue with the flexible disc located between the bones in the spine.
Similar to the disc injury, pain occurs when there is an issue or injury to the flexible disc located between the bones in the spine and pushing the disc through the exterior of the spine causing a bulge to appear.
The sciatic nerve runs from the lower back down both legs. This condition is most commonly brought on by spinal bone spurs, disc injury, or herniation. Typically, sciatica will only affect one side of your body.
This condition commonly occurs in the neck and lower back, and is a condition brought on by wear and tear from age. Pressure is put on the spinal cord and nerves when the spinal canal narrows over time.
After back surgery, patients can often experience a range of issues ranging from swelling to lack of motion to weakness. Physiotherapy can help with both pain management and rehabilitation to bring patients back to normal functionality.
Common Symptoms of Back Injury & Conditions
Symptoms Post Surgery:
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EASTHILL PHYSIOTHERAPY & ACUPUNCTURE
Location: 2906 26 St, Vernon, BC V1T 4T7, Canada
Phone: (250) 545-2922
Email: easthillphysio@telus.net
Office Hours:
Mon – Fri: 7 AM – 7 PM
EASTHILL PHYSIOTHERAPY & ACUPUNCTURE
Location: 3210 25 Ave #401, Vernon, BC V1T 1P1, Canada
Phone: (250) 542-2655
Email: EHphysio@telus.net
Office Hours:
Mon – Fri: 7 AM – 7 PM
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Easthill Physiotherapy + Acupuncture Clinic has protocols to ensure the utmost safety for our patients, team and community. We have worked hard to protect our public health during this pandemic. Medical masks are mandatory for all staff and patients to keep everyone safe, and we appreciate your commitment.
We continue to follow the guidelines and protective measures indicated by our regulatory boards and governments. Our team has also had extensive training on our new protocols, and we are all 100% committed to ensuring our patients’ safety.
This is the new normal.
All patients and staff will be screened before each visit. Unfortunately, anyone showing signs of respiratory infection will be unable to come into the clinic. We will encourage and book virtual physiotherapy appointments for those that need help but are symptomatic if a client is at greater risk or for anyone who is not comfortable coming into the clinic.
We have the highest standards for hand hygiene and cleaning. All equipment and rooms will be disinfected after each use, frequently touched surfaces will be sterilized, and personal protective equipment will be used in all appropriate situations. Patients and staff will have hand washing stations to ensure proper frequent hand hygiene.
We also understand that it is necessary to reduce the risk of transmission with physical distancing. To do this, we have installed plexiglass barriers, reduced the number of appointments available by spreading them out and designed an optimal patient flow that minimizes contact with other patients and staff before and after appointments. Our team is also committed to practicing these as measures of hand hygiene and physical distancing outside the clinic to be safe when they return to work.
Although it may seem different with the steps we need to take, the Easthill Physiotherapy + Acupuncture team is still the same! We still believe in the same values and are here to provide an extraordinary physiotherapy experience. This is not going to change. Our goal is to keep all of us healthy and happy.
Our fabulous admin team is available to book in-clinic appointments now. Or if you prefer a virtual physiotherapy visit, we can book that too. Please call us at 250-545-2922 to book an appointment or if you would like more information.
Chris Burk + Rob McMillan
Owners, Easthill Physiotherapy