Back Care

The causes of back pain can range from traumatic injury to poor postural habits and biomechanics. Winthrop Physical Therapy’s team has a broad range of experience dealing with back pain, from chronic conditions to post-surgical rehab.

Physical Therapist Lisa Sawyer specializes in manual therapy of the spine and in treatments that alleviate nerve pain often associated with chronic back problems.  Her studies with pre-eminent physiotherapists in Australia and New Zealand focused on peripheral nerve pain originating from the spine that often manifests in areas other than the spine itself, such as headaches and dizziness.

If you have back pain, suffer from frequent headaches or dizziness, here are the guidelines Lisa suggests:

• DO NOT IGNORE symptoms.  Early diagnosis and treatment stand the best chance for a positive outcome.
• Be  pro-active with your physician.  If you have symptoms that are not going away, ask your doctor for a PT evaluation or PT prescription. 
• You and your therapist are PARTNERS in the recovery process.  The best insurance against a recurrence is to participate actively in your recovery.  Ask questions.  Learn how your body works, what happens when it doesn't, and follow your home care program.

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