Ready to regain the use of your lower back? If bending down to pick something up feels nearly impossible due to pain, you may be a candidate for lower back physical therapy. Experts at our Twin Boro Physical Therapy Holmdel location have helped many Holmdel residents find the source of their discomfort and start their journey to healing.
Twin Boro Physical Therapy is the largest private physical therapy network in New Jersey. We are proud to offer convenient and accessible high-quality care to residents across the state, and we ensure that each of our facilities is equipped with state-of-the-art methods and therapists trained in the latest evidence-based methods. While we treat many kinds of injuries, illnesses, and concerns, the most common categories of rehabilitation we offer include:
- Arthritis Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Rehab
- Hand Therapy
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Physical Therapy
- Spinal Orthopaedic Rehab
- Sports Rehab / Physical Therapy
- TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder)
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Workers’ Compensation
If you have a concern outside of these categories, please do not hesitate to come in for a complimentary consultation. If your care needs are within our scope, one of our highly trained physical therapists will work with you to develop a short and long-term plan to help you meet your goals. If your care needs are outside of our scope, we will refer you to a specialist we recommend.
How Common is Lower Back Pain?
This may surprise you, but about four of every five people will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. This is one of the main reasons people seek physical therapy, and many of our experts have years of experience helping patients alleviate symptoms of this condition.
While lower back pain is incredibly common, some people have higher risk than others. Minimizing controllable activities that increase your risk of this type of pain can protect you from injury in the future. In general, the most common risk factors for lower pain back are:
- Degeneration of spinal cushion due to aging. This causes the disks in the spine to weaken and degenerate, causing pain and stiffness in the spine. This is especially common in the lumbar region of the spine.
- Spending prolonged periods overweight or obese. This can put chronic stress on the disks in your back and lead to pain.
- Weakness in core muscles. If your abdominal muscles are weak, you may not be able to support the spine. This leads to bad posture, back strains, and unnecessary pressure on the spinal disks.
- Occupations that require lifting heavy objects. Incorrect form when lifting can cause damage to the lower back and cause pain.
- Scoliosis or other structural condition in the spine. When not treated, these conditions can lead to pain in the spine that worsens over time. In certain cases, surgery is necessary to correct the deformity.
- Osteoarthritis, cancer, or another chronic disease. Chronic disease can lead to weakened bones, muscles, and poor posture in the abdomen and spinal regions. This can lead to injury in the lower spine.
- Chronic stress, anxiety, and depression. Research has shown that poor mental health can contribute to higher rates of lower back pain.
- Smoking and alcohol drinking. Excessive smoking and alcohol drinking can lead to lower back pain that persists over time.
Ready to Begin?
Lower back pain can quickly lower your quality of life. At Twin Boro Physical Therapy in Holmdel, we help residents of Holmdel look, move, and feel their best. To schedule your first appointment, call 732.532.0400 or visit our website.
