Is Back Surgery Right for Me? By SportsMed Physical Therapy Back pain is pretty common. For some, surgery may seem the only option when you can’t seem to get any relief. Is that really the best course of action? Letâs first take a look at the common back surgeries and the conditions they treat. Laminectomy Commonly used to treat spinal stenosis. The procedure involves removing part… Read More...
The Road to Recovery Series: Back Pain Rehabilitation (Part 1) By SportsMed Physical Therapy This week we’re back with another post as part of our Road to Recovery series! We’re going to bring our focus onto back pain rehabilitation. We can’t stress this enough…those who sit too much are in trouble. Most likely, if your job has you sitting for most of the day, you risk getting injured, even… Read More...
What is Sciatica? By SportsMed Physical Therapy What is Sciatica? You have probably heard of someone suffering of sciatica. But what is sciatica? Sciatica is a condition in which the sciatic nerve that runs down your leg becomes irritated due to pressure. The pain can affect the back, hip, and outer part of the leg. Pain may come in jolts or be pretty constant,… Read More...
How An Athlete Can Prevent A Lower Back Injury By SportsMed Physical Therapy Whether youâre new to sports or a seasoned pro, you need to have a plan for preventing injuries. The âol âno pain, no gainâ adage is just that, old. There is enough research out there on the importance of having a plan setup for injury prevention. Going at 110% for too long can actually cause… Read More...