Back Pain

Back Pain & Sciatica Relief

Treat back pain and sciatica with PT 

Are you experiencing pain in your back, whether it is due to sciatica or some other medical condition, you are not alone. Back pain is a most common issue that can affect people of all genders and ages. Avoiding back pain and sciatica can create a major issue.   

At Synergy Therapeutic Group, our physical therapists in Carbondale and Du Quoin, IL utilize a wide range of pain management strategies and techniques to relieve pain from root. They will also help you address the causes of your back pain or sciatica pain. Our experts will provide personalized physical therapy treatment to ease your pain and restore your ability to do everyday work. Contact us today and book an appointment with our therapist to get relief from pain.

What is back pain?

Back pain can result from activity, injury, and some medical conditions. It can be debilitating and uncomfortable. As people get older, the chances of developing pain in the back increase. This type of pain can range from a dull ache to shape pain.    

Causes of back pain 

The following conditions and factors can develop back pain:

  • Arthritis
  • Abnormal curvature of the spine
  • Osteoporosis
  • Muscle tension
  • A muscle spasm
  • Strained ligaments and muscles
  • Poor posture
  • Sitting or standing for long periods
  • Lifting or carrying something
  • Pelvic inflammatory disease
  • Cancer of spine

What is sciatica?

Sciatica is a type of pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve path. The compression, pinching, inflammation, or irritation of the sciatic nerve can cause sciatica pain. 

This type of pain occurs in the lower back, buttock, thigh, or leg.   

Causes of sciatica 

The common causes of sciatica are:

  • Herniated or slipped disk
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Degenerative disk disease
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Tumors in the lumbar spinal canal
  • Piriformis syndrome

Our physical therapist can treat back pain and sciatica without medication 

While pain may come and go, it is vital to treat it right away. If not, it can lead to poor muscle coordination, poor joint movement, and other health-related issues. Whether it is your back pain or sciatica, our highly trained and licensed physical therapists can help you get relief from pain without any medication and invasive treatment.

At Synergy Therapeutic Group, physical therapists utilize hands-on techniques and therapeutic exercises to relieve pain and restore movement. They will offer highly-quality PT treatment in order to improve your physical strength, flexibility, range of motion, mobility, and independence. Our experts will also work with you to improve your poor posture and prevent future injuries.

If you are experiencing the symptoms of sciatica or back pain in Carbondale or Du Quoin, IL, find relief with Synergy Therapeutic Group today. Contact us at 618-243-7822 and schedule an appointment with one of our physical therapists.