What to Do About Overuse or Repetitive Strain Injury Causing Lower Back Pain?

Low Back Pain from Overuse Treatment

Chronic lower back pain caused by overuse or Repetitive Strain Injuries is quite common. Most cases of lower back pain occur due to overuse that develops from our daily activities and postures — especially repetitive activities. The Multifidus and Erector Spinea muscles play a role in extending the spine. To put it differently, functionally, they […]

Why Is Balance and Stability Training Essential for Lower Back Pain Relief?

Why Is Stability and Balance Training Essential for Lower Back Pain Relief?

The short answer to why stability and balance training are essential for lower back pain relief is because these training objectives train your body to control the amount of joint movement and compression at each level of your spine. By improving your stability and balance, you will reduce the overall force placed on your spine. […]

How to Strengthen Your Core Muscles for Running

How to Strengthen Core Muscles for Running

How to Strengthen Your Core Muscles for Running Hey there! Let’s talk about how your anatomy plays a big role in your athletic performance, especially when it comes to running. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWKGTTxRJdE Now, when we say “core muscles,” we’re talking about more than just those visible abs. Your core includes all those deep muscles that connect […]

Should I Run with Lower Back Pain?

Should I Run with Lower Back Pain? Whether you are new to running 🏃‍♀️, or you’ve been running since diapers, your back should not hurt before, during, or after a run. I often talk to patients who tell me it’s normal to have back pain from running. Let me assure you, it may be a […]

Lower Back Pain from Lifting- What Do I Do?

Lower Back Pain from Lifting: What Do I Do?

Lower Back Pain from Lifting- What Do I Do? Are you suffering from lower back pain after lifting? And you’re wondering what you should do? This video is perfect. That’s exactly what I’m gonna talk about. My name is Dr. Molly and I’m with Your Goals Physical Therapy.  Tom came to me after several months, […]

Are there any ergonomic adjustments I can make to my workspace to reduce back pain?

Are there any specific ergonomic adjustments I can make to my workspace to reduce back pain?

Are There Any Specific Ergonomic Adjustments I Can Make To My Workspace To Reduce Back Pain? A comfortable and ergonomic workspace doesn’t just look nice. It’s there to take care of your body and overall well-being. Keeping good posture and adding ergonomic adjustments to your workspace can make a huge difference in reducing back pain […]

Overcoming Chronic Low Back Pain: Restoring Freedom And Reclaiming Your Active Lifestyle

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Chronic low back pain can be a persistent annoyance, limiting your ability to engage in activities you love. Whether it’s a constant presence or an issue that flares up periodically, living with chronic low back pain can be uncomfortable and worrisome. The impact reaches beyond physical discomfort, influencing decisions about daily activities and even vacation plans. However, there is hope for relief and a return to a pain-free, active life.

Rocked by Pain: How to Find Relief after a Concert Back Injury

Greetings! I’m Dr. Molly, and I proudly represent Your Goals Physical Therapy. Recently, I received an urgent phone call from a distressed woman who had experienced a back injury at a concert. She reached out to me with a specific query: “I hurt my back at a concert. How can I recover?” This incident has inspired me to create today’s blog, where I’ll delve into the very topic of recovering from a back injury sustained at a concert.

While not everyone may have suffered a back injury at a concert, there are often commonalities in the nature of such injuries. Therefore, the advice I’ll share can be beneficial for anyone facing comparable challenges.

Join me as we delve into the causes, symptoms, and recovery strategies for back injuries sustained in diverse settings, including concerts. 

Don’t Let Your Herniated Disc Stop You From Working Out

Don’t Let Your Herniated Disc Stop You From Working Out Hi, I’m Dr. Molly with Your Goals Physical therapy. Did you just come back from your doctor’s appointment with your MRI report? That does confirm your worries, that you do have a herniated disc in your lower back, and now you’re wondering if you have […]