Click play to hear WHY you don't have to live with back pain or sciatica any longer!
If you have lower back pain, stiffness, or aches, it's very tempting to think that it will go away on its own. You might want to pass it off as having just "slept awkwardly," or tell yourself it's just a little pain that everyone your age suffers from.
There's no obvious reason why it happened—but it doesn't seem to be going away!
If that's happening to you, you're not alone: we hear this type of thing all the time. In fact, low back pain and sciatica are THE most common problem that we see at Body Mechanix Physiotherapy and Fitness
And when it comes to living with back pain, everybody we see wants to know:
"Why is this happening to me"
or
"Why am I still Suffering from Back Pain after
Putting up with it for 6 months(or more)"
Most people hope that they will wake up one morning and their back pain will disappear "like magic" just like it never happened...but it doesn't and the longer people wait, the worse their suffering becomes
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Sound like you?
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Another thing we commonly see all the time is that the Doctor told them to rest for at least 6 weeks, "try these painkillers" and "see how it goes". But, this is rarely the best advice. More often, after 6 weeks of resting, they go back to their doctor, no better, and need more and stronger painkillers(or worse)
just to get through the day.
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Maybe you think your back pain was caused by doing something—like lifting or sleeping wrong—but it was ACTUALLY caused by decades of poor posture, which caused the muscles in your lower back to weaken. The lifting or the awkward sleeping position could be a SIDE EFFECT of that! Do you want your doctor treating the effects, or do you want to get to the root CAUSE of your problem so you can PREVENT it from happening again and again?
If you are currently living with Back Pain, here are
7 Reasons why Back Pain lasts Longer than it Should
1. You thought the pain would go away on its own, but it doesn't
2. You went to the doctor, who prescribed you some painkillers and told you to rest, but the pills just masked the problem and once they wore off, the chronic pain returned.
3. A friend or relative told you that everybody gets back pain when they get older, so you just accepted it.
4. You've tried other providers including chiropractors and other physical therapists but the pain kept coming back and nothing worked.
5. You tried exercises you saw on YouTube but they only made things worse.
6. You tried resting but your back only got stiffer and weaker.
7. You got a few massages that felt good but didn't do anything to fix the issue long term.
If any of these things have happened to you, we would love to invite you to one of our FREE CONSULTATIONS, the Total Body Diagnostic Test where one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy can answer any questions you may have, take you through a series of movements that help determine the cause of your pain, and then help you make a more informed decision on the best course of action for you(and it may not be physical therapy). The fact that you may have tried several or all of the things above is actually a good thing! When you know what DOESN'T work, you are closer to finding the thing that does.
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Would you like to talk to a therapist before scheduling a consultation? Book your complimentary telephone consultation by clicking on the button below(will take you to a page where you can schedule your call).
4 Things you can do Today to
Quickly get rid of Back Pain
1. Make a decision to get help. Most people wait for weeks, months, and even years before trying to get help and often it leads to more time spent away from work, recreation, and enjoying time with family
2. Do the right exercises. We treat back pain by finding the right exercises to not only begin to turn off the pain but to help you rebuild your strength and ultimately get back to doing what you love.
3. Avoid sitting for long periods of time if you are able, especially if your pain is worse in the morning or after sitting and is one of the worst things you can do for your back. Remember, the best position is the next position.
4. Get real hands-on Physiotherapy. Physiotherapy, especially hands on manual physiotherapy is proven to help people with back pain. In fact, it is one of our specialties. If back pain is holding you back from doing the things you love, being able to focus at work, or limiting you when spending time with family, physiotherapy can help you get back to the active life you deserve.
So, how can choosing a Physiotherapist at Body Mechanix Physiotherapy and Fitness help you quickly get rid of back pain and doing the things you love?
We can quickly take away the pain and stiffness-and teach you how to do it at home
We can help you find what is really going on and get to the root cause of your back pain
We can help get you sleeping well again without all the tossing and turning just to find a comfortable position, and with more energy each day
We can help you put an end to you having to rely on pain medicine to make it through the day
We can help you avoid dangerous spinal surgery or painful injections
We can help you get back to enjoying time with friends
We can help you get back out on the golf course, tennis court, or running pain free
We can help you sit more comfortably or walk for longer than 15 minutes without you feeling like your back or legs will "give way"
Frequently Asked Questions about
Back Pain and Sciatica
1. Why is my back pain not going away on its own?
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It is common to hope back pain will disappear "like magic," but waiting often makes the suffering worse. Many people mistake the initial injury (like lifting something heavy) as the cause, when the root issue is often decades of poor posture and weakened muscles. Without addressing these underlying causes, the pain is likely to persist or return.
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2. My doctor told me to rest and take painkillers. Is this good advice?
While rest and medication are common suggestions, they are rarely the best long-term solutions. Painkillers often mask the problem rather than fixing it. Prolonged rest can actually lead to increased stiffness and weakness. Most patients find that once the medication wears off, the chronic pain returns because the root cause was never addressed.
3. Is back pain just a normal part of getting older?
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No. While many people accept back pain as an inevitable part of aging, it doesn't have to be. Accepting it as "normal" often prevents people from seeking the treatment they need to live a pain-free, active life.
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4. Why didn’t my previous treatments (Chiropractic, Massage, or YouTube exercises) work?
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Chiropractic/PT: If the root cause wasn't identified, the relief may only be temporary.
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Massage: While it feels good in the moment, it often fails to provide a long-term fix for structural or muscular issues.
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YouTube Exercises: Exercises found online are not tailored to your specific condition and can sometimes make the pain worse if they aren't the right movements for your body.
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5. What are the common reasons back pain lasts longer than it should?
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Waiting too long to seek help.
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Relying on pills that only mask symptoms.
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Following generic advice to "just rest."
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Using "fixes" that only address the effects rather than the cause (like temporary massages).
6. How can physiotherapy help me avoid surgery or injections?
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Physiotherapy focuses on finding the root cause of your pain through movement analysis. By using hands-on manual therapy and specific exercises to rebuild strength, many patients can eliminate the need for dangerous spinal surgeries or painful injections.
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7. What can I do today to start feeling better?
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Make a decision to get help: Don't wait weeks or months for the pain to worsen.
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Avoid sitting for long periods: "The best position is the next position." Movement is key, especially if you feel stiff in the morning.
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Perform the right exercises: Focus on movements that "turn off" the pain and rebuild strength (consult a professional to find which ones are right for you).
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Seek hands-on therapy: Professional manual therapy is proven to help with stiffness and pain.
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8. What specific results can I expect from treatment?
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Patients typically experience:
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The ability to sleep through the night without tossing and turning.
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Ending reliance on daily pain medication.
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Returning to activities like golf, tennis, or running pain-free.
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The ability to walk or sit for long periods without the feeling that your back or legs will "give way."
9. How can I get started with Body Mechanix?
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Body Mechanix offers several ways to begin:
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Free Recovery Strategy Session / Total Body Diagnostic Test: A consultation with a Doctor of Physical Therapy to determine the cause of your pain.
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Complimentary Telephone Consultation: For those who want to speak with a therapist before coming into the clinic.
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Free Guide: A downloadable resource titled "5 Things You Can Do Today to Ease Sciatica and Low Back Pain."