Why You Should See a Physical Therapist For Back Pain

Many insurance companies will not pay for an MRI if you are suffering from low back pain and have not seen a physical therapist first.

There is a good reason for this.

There was a study done that compared two groups of people. One of the groups received a MRI and other imaging tests. The other group received physical therapy.​

The study showed that people who received imaging tests were more likely to need injections and surgery. They were also more likely to need to go to the emergency room.

Physical therapists have been trained to treat back pain. They can also identify signs that indicate that you are in need of additional medical tests and treatment. That is why if you have pain and have not been approved for a MRI, then you should go see a physical therapist. They will be able to help you find the solution that works best for you.

Talk to a 1on1 PT Asheville physical therapist today and start your personalized treatment plan. Your journey to a pain-free life begins with that first step toward movement and healing. 

Give our team a call at 828-785-8388 or send us a message at the link below. 

Physical Therapy Often Works As Well as Surgery

Surgery is often recommended to people who have a chronic backache. However, studies have shown that physical therapy often work just as well. One study involved 169 men from Pittsburgh. One group decided that they were going to get surgery right away. Both groups noticed a significant difference after 10 weeks.​Both groups also noticed that their symptoms continued to improve over the course of four months. Furthermore, 25 percent of the people who had surgery had complications from it. Only 10 percent of the patients who had physical therapy experienced worsening pain which was only temporary.​One of the many great things about physical therapy is that it is non-invasive. You can get relief without putting your health at risk.

Why You Should Get Physical Therapy Early

It is estimated that 90 percent of people will have back pain at some point. Pain has a tendency to get worse if is not treated. The pain may not be isolated to the back. It can easily radiate to other parts of the body such as hip, feet, groin and legs. If the cause of the backache is not corrected, then it can cause more damage. It may get to the point where physical therapy will no longer work and surgery is the only option. Furthermore, the earlier a person gets physical therapy, the less likely they will be to need surgery. Herniated discs are one of the possible causes of backache. Ninety-five percent of people with herniated discs do not need surgery if they get their condition treated early.