For those suffering, getting control of chronic low back pain is challenging. Chronic low back pain is considered daily activity limiting pain for more than three months. Many complain about disruption to their sleep as well as participation in home, work, or recreational activities.

Frequently when a person begins to experience back pain they will avoid or limit activities for a period of time thinking it will just go away. When it lasts more than 2-3 weeks many will then try various exercises or stretches they find online. For some it works but many it does not. Then they might try medication only to find short term relief. All the while more time is passing with continued pain and an inability to participate in the activities they need to do/enjoy.

By the time three or more months have passed, many suffering begin to feel more stress from the lack of improvement. Now is when the desperation begins to set in and people start hunting for any solution to relieve the pain. But why does it take this long?

Ultimately, people will need to learn to manage before fully recovering. What does that look like? Well, it looks different based on the individual, BUT there are common elements. Key items for getting control of chronic low back pain include: some form of stretching or mobility work, strengthening, and some form of cardiovascular activity. Again, each person’s needs will be a bit different but these are common themes from a treatment perspective.

What you should know is that once pain reaches a chronic state, full recovery can take a bit longer. This means people need to remain patient with the process and take small wins along the way to ultimately living free from back pain again. Many will get frustrated with the process, but it is those who persist who will achieve success.

For those who do not want to deal with chronic back pain, it is wise to seek treatment sooner than later. Do not let the pain and dysfunction to become impactful on daily life. Find that rehab expert who will guide you back into the activities you love and without pain.

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