Friday, August 12, 2022

5 MYTHS ABOUT LOW BACK PAIN


MYTH #1 - Low back pain is caused by arthritis.

Fact 👉 Arthritis is most commonly associated with aging but not always pain.

 

MYTH #2 - You should rest or stop activity if you're experiencing low back pain. 🛑

Fact 👉 Rest may be detrimental to recovery from back pain and potentially can lead to increased pain and muscle atrophy.

 

MYTH #3 - The spine is delicate and easily injured.

Fact 👉 The spine and its surrounding muscles, tendons and ligaments comprise a well-designed structure that's incredibly strong, flexible and supportive.

 

MYTH #4 - An MRI scan is needed to diagnose my back pain. 🩺

Fact 👉 Chiropractors can develop a successful treatment approach based off a thorough medical history and physical exam. Only specific symptom patterns in a minority of cases indicate the need for MRI or other diagnostic imaging.

 


MYTH #5 - Back pain and back problems won't happen to me. 😲

Fact 👉 Approximately 8/10 people will experience low back pain at some point in their lifetime. Back pain is the second most common reason people visit their primary care doctor.

 

Which myth was the most surprising to you? Let us know in the comments below 👇

 

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