Lumbar Sprain/ Strain
Lumbar strains and sprains are common injuries that can contribute to low back pain.
Lumbar strains and sprains are common injuries that can contribute to low back pain. A lumbar strain is when an injury occurs to the muscles of the low back. A sprain, on the other hand, is an injury to the ligaments or joints; both, however, have similar pain and symptom patterns and can often occur together. If you have pain while walking, exercising, sleeping or lifting you may be suffering from a lumbar sprain/ strain.
Some causes of Lumbar Sprain/Strains
Falls
Overexertion
Posture
Poor movement mechanics
Heavy Lifting
With proper education you can prevent many of these causes and manage your low back pain.
Patients who chronically suffer from this condition are often in poor physical condition and lack the proper strength and endurance of the back stabilizing muscles. The importance of maintaining a string core to protect your low back is extremely important!
In cases where the injury stems from a problem related to overuse, poor posture or improper exercise, there are steps that can be taken to help you avoid these injuries from happening. Proper instruction, from Dr. Baldwin, about your postural habits can reduce the detrimental effects of sitting on the spine Education about correct lifting form can reduce these episodes of low back pain and help you build a healthy strong spine.
Treatment of Low Back Pain
Exact treatment of lower back pain at Michigan Complete Chiropractic & Rehab can depend on your type of injury and unique case. It is common for low back pain to result from lack of mobility elsewhere in the body, whether it be from the ankles, mid-back, or pelvis.
Dr. Baldwin use research-based techniques and functional testing to test and treat low back pain. The goal of your treatment process is to correct any joint restrictions, muscle imbalances and tissue restrictions that may be contributing to your low back pain.
Some beneficial treatment options for lumbar sprain/strains include:
Our thorough evaluation will assess mid-back, low-back, hip and ankle mobility, dynamic core and hip stability, and proprioception (brain-joint awareness) to create a personalized treatment program to not only rehabilitate your pain but correct the underlying cause.