Back pain is a common problem, and if it has ever affected you, it can really impact your daily activities. Injuring your back is easier than you think, especially as you get older.
Dr. Damon Cross, Susan Ortiz, NP, and our team at Midtown Medical & Wellness Center in Amarillo, TX, offer a wide variety of wellness services, including treatment for back pain that can help you feel better.
You may be suffering from back pain due to:
- An accident or sports injury
- Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
- Herniated discs or degenerative disc disease
- Sciatica or spinal stenosis
You can also injure your back if you pick up heavy objects with improper body mechanics, or if you consistently have bad posture, with stooped shoulders and slouching.
You can do a lot to prevent back pain if you:
- Sleep on a medium-firm mattress which will offer more support
- Avoid lifting and carrying heavy items to avoid injury
- Wear comfortable, supportive footwear to support your legs and back
- Change sitting and standing positions frequently to stay mobile
- Begin a gradual program of regular exercise and stretching to keep your body moving
- Practice good posture with a straight back to keep your spine in alignment
- Avoid gaining excess weight to reduce stress on your back
For moderate to severe back pain that doesn’t improve, our team can help. Our focus is on treating the whole person, determining what is causing your pain and working on a holistic plan to improve function and reduce your pain. At Midtown Medical & Wellness Center, we may recommend:
- Trigger Point Injections
- Soft tissue therapy to boost blood circulation and healing
- Trigger point therapy to relax muscles and prevent spasms
- Spinal manipulation to realign your back, providing mobility to your spine
- Massage therapy to relax and lengthen muscles
- Tips to improve posture and specialized exercises to improve back support
It’s important to take care of your back so your back can take care of you. To find out more about how our team can help with back pain, call Midtown Medical & Wellness Center in Amarillo, TX, at (806) 379-8004 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cross and Susan Ortiz, NP.