Lower back injuries

Treatment options

Not every injury is the same, your injury may require a different approach than the treatment options listed here.

Sciatica

Low Back Pain

Sciatica is a generic term for lower back pain, which can be the result of many issues, including:

  1. Annular Tears (in the discs between your vertebrae)
  2. Internal Disc Disruption (disc changes)
  3. Herniated Disc (slipped or ruptured disc)
  4. Facet Joint Arthritis (in stabilizing joints)
  5. Segmental Instability (too much movement between vertebrae)
  6. Spinal Stenosis (lumbar nerve compression)
  7. Foraminal Stenosis (spinal nerve root compression)

The Registered Physiotherapists at 5 and 10 Wellness Center are skilled in identifying the underlying cause of your Sciatica and creating personalized treatment plans to facilitate optimal physical recovery, allowing you to resume your normal activities.

Treatment options

Not every injury is the same, your injury may require a different approach than the treatment options listed here.

Disc Herniation

Prolapsed/Ruptured Disc

Disc Herniation occurs when the inner material of a spinal disc is pushed out from one of your lumbar vertebrae. This condition can be quite painful, particularly if the protruding material compresses nearby nerves.

The pain associated with Disc Herniation doesn’t always correlate with the size of the hernia. Many individuals with significant herniation can achieve favorable outcomes and avoid surgery by engaging in a tailored physical therapy program.

At 5 and 10 Wellness Center, our Registered Physiotherapists can assess your situation to determine the most effective recovery strategies. We’ll design a program that alleviates pressure on the spine while minimizing pain and discomfort during your daily activities. Our treatment options for Disc Herniation, which utilize specialized physiotherapy equipment, will be customized to fit your individual lifestyle needs.

Treatment options

Not every injury is the same, your injury may require a different approach than the treatment options listed here.

Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)

Disc Deterioration

As we get older, the discs in our spine can compress and decrease in height, leading to a reduction in overall stature. When this height loss causes discomfort, it is referred to as Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD), which manifests as pain, weakness, and burning sensations. However, DDD is not something to dread; it is not a true disease and doesn’t always worsen over time. Our team frequently treats this condition, utilizing assessments to quickly pinpoint aggravating factors and recommend effective programs to relieve pain.

We also encourage active participation from you, the patient, by incorporating strengthening exercises for you to do at home. Unlike many other treatments, physiotherapy can lead to lasting improvements in your quality of life.

Our treatment strategies and educational resources will help you establish lifelong habits to prevent future flare-ups and enhance your enjoyment of activities that may have previously caused discomfort.

Treatment options

Not every injury is the same, your injury may require a different approach than the treatment options listed here.

Spinal Stenosis

Pinched Nerves

 

When individuals visit 5 and 10 Wellness Center for Spinal Stenosis, they often come after being diagnosed through imaging tests like X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs that show a narrowing of the spinal canal. Many patients are unsure about the cause of their discomfort or the reasons behind their pronounced symptoms.

Spinal Stenosis refers to a degenerative condition where the spinal canal shrinks, causing pressure and irritation to the spinal cord. This condition may be present from birth or develop due to degeneration, instability, or disc herniation. Symptoms—including back pain, issues with the feet, and shooting or cramping pains in the legs—result from the compression around the spinal column.

Fortunately, many individuals experiencing significant low back pain associated with Spinal Stenosis can avoid surgical interventions if they receive timely and appropriate physiotherapy care.

Treatment options

Not every injury is the same, your injury may require a different approach than the treatment options listed here.

Spondylosis

Osteoarthritis

Years of improper posture can significantly affect your spine. The abnormal wear and tear on the vertebrae can lead to unusual formations, such as bone spurs, often resulting from repetitive harmful activities or uneven weight distribution along the spine. This can lead to nerve compression, causing sharp pain and numbness in the body’s extremities.

Conservative treatment programs aim to prevent the need for more drastic medical interventions or surgery. Physiotherapy is one such approach, proven effective in alleviating the symptoms of Spondylosis. After undergoing physiotherapy, many patients report improvements in their quality of life. If left untreated, Spondylosis can lead to the more painful condition known as Spondylolisthesis, making early intervention crucial.

It’s important to distinguish Spondylosis from Spondylolysis, which is typically caused by an undisplaced stress fracture in a specific area of the facet joint known as the pars interarticularis (Pars), potentially leading to vertebral instability.

Treatment options

Not every injury is the same, your injury may require a different approach than the treatment options listed here.

Spondylolisthesis

Displaced Vertebrae

When a vertebra deteriorates to the extent that it slips forward and may compress the nerves of the spinal column, the condition is known as Spondylolisthesis. Although it is a serious issue, it can be effectively managed through physiotherapy. Before commencing treatment, it is essential that your Spondylolisthesis is stable. Our team of Registered Physiotherapists will examine your medical history and diagnostic results to assess the degree of displacement and determine the most appropriate recovery plan.

By collaborating with a qualified health professional, you can trust that your recovery will be safe and effective.

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