Back Pain Archives - Athletico https://www.athletico.com/category/back-pain/ Better for every body. Mon, 12 May 2025 20:27:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 Tweaked Your Back? Here are 4 Steps to Take to Manage Pain https://www.athletico.com/2025/05/14/tweaked-your-back-here-are-4-steps-to-take-to-manage-pain/ https://www.athletico.com/2025/05/14/tweaked-your-back-here-are-4-steps-to-take-to-manage-pain/#comments Wed, 14 May 2025 12:30:47 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=97379 Research shows that more than 80% of individuals will experience back pain at some point in their lives. It’s the...

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Misconceptions About Sciatica: 5 Things You Should Know https://www.athletico.com/2024/11/22/misconceptions-about-sciatica-5-things-you-should-know/ https://www.athletico.com/2024/11/22/misconceptions-about-sciatica-5-things-you-should-know/#comments Fri, 22 Nov 2024 13:30:39 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=92760 Sciatica, a painful burning sensation from the buttock down the thigh, calf, or foot, is a common condition many experience....

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We’ve Got Your Back: 5 Tips For A Healthy Spine https://www.athletico.com/2024/07/24/weve-got-your-back-5-tips-for-a-healthy-spine/ https://www.athletico.com/2024/07/24/weve-got-your-back-5-tips-for-a-healthy-spine/#respond Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:30:04 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=89404 A robust and healthy spine is crucial for overall well-being, supporting mobility, posture, and daily functionality. As a physical therapist,...

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4 Moves For Sciatica That Hit The Spot https://www.athletico.com/2024/07/22/4-moves-for-sciatica-that-hit-the-spot/ https://www.athletico.com/2024/07/22/4-moves-for-sciatica-that-hit-the-spot/#respond Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:30:37 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=89351 There’s a good chance that you or someone you know has experienced “sciatica” issues. According to the Cleveland Clinic, about...

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Can Physical Therapy Help A Pinched Nerve? https://www.athletico.com/2024/06/12/can-physical-therapy-help-a-pinched-nerve/ https://www.athletico.com/2024/06/12/can-physical-therapy-help-a-pinched-nerve/#respond Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:30:14 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=88439 A compressed nerve, otherwise commonly called a pinched nerve, can be debilitating and, at the very least, frustrating. Knowing the...

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Full Disc-losure: What You Need To Know About Back Pain https://www.athletico.com/2024/06/10/full-disc-losure-what-you-need-to-know-about-back-pain/ https://www.athletico.com/2024/06/10/full-disc-losure-what-you-need-to-know-about-back-pain/#respond Mon, 10 Jun 2024 12:30:01 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=88419 Low back pain affects roughly 30% of the American population annually. Back pain is typically separated into discogenic pain (damage...

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Breaking The Back Pain Cycle: The Science Behind Exercise And The Role Of Physical Therapy https://www.athletico.com/2024/05/15/breaking-the-back-pain-cycle-the-science-behind-exercise-and-the-role-of-physical-therapy/ https://www.athletico.com/2024/05/15/breaking-the-back-pain-cycle-the-science-behind-exercise-and-the-role-of-physical-therapy/#respond Wed, 15 May 2024 12:30:05 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=88074 Back pain is a common ailment affecting millions worldwide, impacting their daily lives and overall well-being. It is the single...

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Woke Up On The Wrong Side Of The Bed? 4 Stretches To Alleviate Back And Neck Pain https://www.athletico.com/2024/04/10/woke-up-on-the-wrong-side-of-the-bed-4-stretches-to-alleviate-back-and-neck-pain/ https://www.athletico.com/2024/04/10/woke-up-on-the-wrong-side-of-the-bed-4-stretches-to-alleviate-back-and-neck-pain/#respond Wed, 10 Apr 2024 12:30:16 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=87525 Do you ever wake up in the morning with a stiff neck or lower back? Maybe you can’t get comfortable...

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3 Unexpected Reasons to Exercise Your Hips https://www.athletico.com/2024/03/15/3-unexpected-reasons-to-exercise-your-hips/ https://www.athletico.com/2024/03/15/3-unexpected-reasons-to-exercise-your-hips/#respond Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:30:21 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=87189 Have you ever wondered about the connection between knee pain, back pain, and urinary leakage? The common denominator is your...

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Shoveling Hacks To Avoid Upper Body Injuries https://www.athletico.com/2024/01/15/shoveling-hacks-to-avoid-upper-body-injuries/ https://www.athletico.com/2024/01/15/shoveling-hacks-to-avoid-upper-body-injuries/#respond Mon, 15 Jan 2024 13:30:02 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=86033 Winter brings snow-covered landscapes and the need to clear driveways, walkways, and sidewalks. However, shoveling snow can be physically demanding...

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