Spine Pain & Dysfunction

Spine pain is often poorly understood and treated. Outdated information, misinformation and fear can muddy the waters of effective chronic spine pain treatment. Through gentle, gradual re-introduction of movement and loading of the spine individuals can experience multiple benefits:

Reduced Risk of Reinjury: By slowly increasing the stress placed on your spine, you allow your muscles, ligaments, and bones to adapt and strengthen gradually. This reduces the risk of re-injuring yourself by overloading tissues that haven't had a chance to heal completely.

Improved Pain Management: Starting with low-impact exercises and gradually increasing intensity helps manage pain effectively. It allows your body to adjust to the stress without triggering pain flare-ups.

Sustainability: Gradual loading allows you to build tolerance for exercise over time. This makes it more likely that you'll be able to stick with your rehab program in the long term, leading to lasting improvements.

Psychological Benefits: Seeing steady progress and manageable pain levels can be motivating and contribute to a more positive outlook on managing your chronic back pain.

Functional Improvement: Gradual loading rehab often incorporates exercises that mimic daily activities. This helps you regain strength and flexibility in a way that directly translates to better function in your everyday life.

My goal is to provide my patients with the knowledge and tools to manage their own conditions independently. Let’s create a plan of action together to achieve your goals.