How To Treat Back Pain Without Surgery

Is Surgery for Your Back Condition The Best Option?

For those who suffer with chronic back pain, it can be frustrating and feel as though you will never find relief.

Acute back pain and chronic back pain are both types of back pain that can most often be attributed to a root problem, whether that be a back injury, overuse, a structural issue or a chronic condition. Back pain is classified as chronic once it continues for 12 weeks or longer.

For those who suffer with chronic back pain, it can be frustrating and feel as though you will never find relief. For this reason, back pain sufferers may think committing to surgery is the best option, but there are several specialized modalities and treatments that can be extremely effective in alleviating back pain, both acute and chronic. 

Here are our top 3 treatments to avoid surgical intervention for back pain:

1. Physical Therapy

When you are experiencing back pain or recovering from a back injury, seeing a physical therapist is one of the first things to check off your list. A Doctor of Physical Therapy can work with you to unveil the root of the issue through physical examination and possibly further imaging studies. When you are under the care of a physical therapist, they can provide specialized manual treatments designed for your specific condition that will help alleviate pain and often avoid surgical intervention.

Some physical therapy treatments include:

• Resistance training

• Strengthening and flexibility exercises

• Mobility exercises

• Posture training

• Electrical stimulation

• Mechanical compression

• Heat therapy and cryotherapy
  

2. Acupuncture

In combination with a physical therapy treatment protocol, Acupuncture is an additional alternative treatment that can help provide pain and stress relief. During an acupuncture treatment thin needles are inserted into the targeted area to stimulate natural hormones that relieve pain and promote relaxation. 

3. Massage Therapy

Massage therapy, also in combination with a physical therapy treatment protocol, can provide quick relief from aching muscles and back pain. Trained and Licensed Massage Therapists know your body better than you, and can recommend specific massage types to help your condition most effectively.

Is Surgery for Your Back Condition The Best Option?

While there are several forms of treatment and specialists to see before turning to back surgery, there are times when it is warranted. When other forms of treatment are not effective in relieving your back pain, seeking out a spinal surgeon or Pain Management doctor may be an option. Call us at 347-560-6920 or request more information here.