Back/Spine

A whopping 80% of American adults experience back pain sometime during their lives. Low back pain is one of the most common, most costly ailments in our society. The cost of treating back problems, time lost from work, insurance and surgery runs into the billions of dollars every year. No matter what type of back or spinal problem you have, we can help.

After a thorough examination to pinpoint the source of your pain, we'll create a customized program designed to decrease pain and promote healing. We help patients overcome their back problems through a variety of therapies, including:

Manual therapy to optimize function in the spinal joints & surrounding tissue Muscle energy techniques Joint mobilization Soft tissue mobilization/massage Manual & mechanical traction Home exercise & patient education Trunk & postural stabilization exercises to strengthen patients with back pain Electrical stimulation & modalities to reduce pain & spasms

If you're one of the millions of Americans with chronic or acute back and spine problems, we can help you with customized programs that reduce or eliminate pain and increase mobility, strength, flexibility and function.

We emphasize hands-on, intensive treatment to get the results patients and their physicians are looking for. We treat patients with the full spectrum of spine and back pain including:

Chronic Lumbar Pain Degenerative Disc Disease Cervical & Lumbar Sprains or Strains Headaches Bulging & Herniated Discs Pinched Nerves Sacroiliac Dysfunction & Pain Low Back Pain

Muscle Spasms Whiplash Injuries Sciatica Postural Pain Stiffness Radiating Pain Complex Spinal Problems

Our therapists take an evidence-based, comprehensive approach to rehab and address the underlying source of your pain and dysfunction. Specific trunk stabilization techniques are combined with manual therapy to optimize function in the spinal joints and surrounding soft tissue, modulate pain, increase range of motion, control inflammation and facilitate movement.

You will also receive extensive education on improving posture and flexibility and learn the value of complying with your therapy to prevent recurrence. The more you know and understand about your body and your condition, the better able you will be to participate in physical therapy for better, longer-lasting results.

We have delivered thousands of healing treatments to California residents, helping them achieve healthier, more active lives. Learn firsthand why so many doctors recommend us for all their patients' physical therapy needs. For more information about our physical therapy programs, please call Orland at 530-865-8457.