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Back pain is one of the most common pains developed and has been proven to be the leading cause of disability worldwide. Fortunately, many measures and techniques are readily available and surgery is usually never recommended for back pain the majority of the time. Experiencing chronic back pain and need some assistance getting back to a more comfortable lifestyle? Here at Virtual PT NYC, we offer virtual physical therapy in Westchester, NY, to provide medical care to our patients even during these challenging times of social distancing. 

Causes of Chronic Back Pain

Your back pain is considered chronic if it lasts more than 3 months at a time. In some cases, it can be difficult to pinpoint the initial cause of chronic back pain using imaging and testing. However, there are a few conditions which are some of the main reasons why chronic back pain may be present. Most cases of chronic back pain are usually age-related or caused by an injury, but as far as specific conditions go, the most common causes due to conditions include: 

• Spinal arthritis 
• Spinal stenosis 
• Herniated and/or bulging of a disc 
• Myofascial pain syndrome 

Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Back Pain

If you are experiencing back pain it is important to be able to pinpoint your specific symptoms. These symptoms may include but are not limited to: 

• Muscle aching  
• Shooting or stabbing pain 
• Radiating pain down your leg 
• Pain that increases when bending, lifting, walking, etc 

How Virtual PT NYC Can Help! 

Are you experiencing chronic back pain and looking for ways to relieve it? Virtual physical therapy in Westchester, NY, is now available to help you reduce your pain immediately. Our certified and specially trained physical therapists are ready to create an individualized plan specifically for you and your recovery. Physical therapy exercises for chronic pain may include: 

• Retraining your posture 
• Testing the limits of your pain tolerance 
• Exercises involving stretching and flexibility 
• Aerobic exercises 
• Core strengthening 

Virtual Physical Therapy in Westchester, NY

Due to the current situation of COVID-19 and social distancing orders, we have been working tirelessly to perfect our methods in virtual technology to make sure you get the exact care that you need to live a more comfortable life. In need of virtual physical therapy in Westchester, NY? Contact us or learn more by visiting our website and scheduling an appointment today!