Back Pain
Back pain can make it hard to sit, stand, sleep, work, exercise, or enjoy your normal routine.
Many people deal with Back Pain, but it does not have to become your new normal. Physical therapy offers a non-invasive way to reduce pain, improve movement, and address what may be causing your symptoms. With the right plan, you can feel stronger, move with more confidence, and get back to doing what you love.
Understanding Back Pain
Back Pain can come from muscles, joints, discs, nerves, posture, weakness, stiffness, or movement habits that place extra stress on the spine. It may start after lifting something heavy, sitting for long periods, playing sports, recovering from an injury, or simply moving the wrong way.
Some people feel a dull ache across the low back, while others feel sharp pain, stiffness, spasms, or symptoms that travel into the hip or leg. Our physical therapists help identify what is contributing to your pain so treatment can focus on both relief and long-term function.
Common Symptoms of Back Pain
Back Pain can show up differently depending on the cause, severity, and how long it has been going on.
Dull, sharp, aching, or burning pain
Pain that worsens with sitting, standing, bending, or lifting
Stiffness or limited flexibility
Muscle tightness or spasms
Pain that travels into the hip, buttock, or leg
Weakness or difficulty with daily movement
Trouble sleeping comfortably
Fear of movement or recurring flare-ups
How Physical Therapy Helps
Physical therapy helps treat more than the pain itself. Our goal is to understand why your back is irritated, improve how your body moves, and help you build strength and confidence for daily life.
- Manual Therapy to improve spinal mobility and reduce stiffness
- Therapeutic Exercise to strengthen the core, hips, and supporting muscles
- Neuromuscular Re-education to improve coordination and movement control
- Electrical Stimulation to reduce pain and support muscle activation when appropriate
- Myofascial Release to ease tight tissue, muscle tension, and guarding
- Postural Restoration to address movement or postural habits contributing to pain
Your treatment plan is built around your symptoms, goals, activity level, and the movements you need to get back to.
What to Expect During Treatment
Physical therapy always begins with a thorough evaluation to understand your specific symptoms, movement limitations, and goals. From there, we develop a custom plan that evolves as you improve. Treatment may include hands-on care, exercise, mobility work, education, and strategies to help prevent future flare-ups. You will be supported every step of the way by a caring, experienced physical therapist.
FAQs About Back Pain
What causes Back Pain to develop in the first place?
Back Pain can develop from muscle strain, joint stiffness, disc irritation, weakness, posture, overuse, injury, or repeated stress from daily activities.
Can physical therapy really help without surgery or medication?
Yes, many cases of Back Pain improve with physical therapy by addressing mobility, strength, movement habits, and the factors contributing to pain.
How long does it usually take to see improvement?
Every patient is different, but many people begin noticing less pain, better movement, or more confidence as they stay consistent with their treatment plan.
Do I need a doctor’s referral to start treatment?
Many patients can begin physical therapy through direct access, but insurance requirements may vary, so our team can help you understand what is needed.
What makes Bourgeois Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab different from other providers?
We provide personalized care in a welcoming, family-owned environment where patients are treated with respect, listened to, and supported throughout recovery.
Stop Letting Back Pain Shape Your Day
You do not have to keep planning your life around Back Pain or waiting for it to go away on its own. Help is available nearby, and recovery is possible with the right support. Our team is here to help you move better, feel stronger, and return to life with more confidence.