Spinal Disorders Specialist

What are spinal disorders?

Your spine is a column of 26 bones called vertebrae, which provide support and protection for your nerves and spinal cord. Many injuries and conditions can affect the spine at any point from your lower back to your neck. In fact, back pain follows only headaches as the second-leading cause of pain among Americans.

If you experience pain and debilitating symptoms because of a spinal disorder, the expert team at Healing Rehab Physical Therapy SC can help.

What are the symptoms of a spinal disorder?

Back pain and neck pain are common spinal disorder symptoms. Depending on the cause and location of your spinal condition, you may also experience muscle spasms, numbness or tingling in your limbs, and muscle weakness. Certain conditions may cause changes in your reflexes and a loss of urinary or bowel control.

What are some common types of spinal disorders?

The team at Healing Rehab Physical Therapy SC treats many different spinal disorders, including:

Degenerative conditions

Degenerative conditions are the result of wear-and-tear that occurs over time. Examples include degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and arthritis.

Other spinal disorders

Other conditions that contribute to spinal disorders include injuries, diseases, and congenital deformities like scoliosis, osteoporosis, and spinal fractures.

What causes spinal disorders?

Spinal disorders have a wide range of possible causes. Common causes of spinal disorders include:

• Accidents or falls
• Workplace injuries
• Inherited conditions
• Traumatic injuries
• Inflammation
• Infection

Degenerative changes that occur in your spine as a normal part of the aging process are another common cause. Sometimes, the exact cause of a spinal disorder is unknown.

How does physical therapy help treat spinal disorders?

First, a licensed provider at Healing Rehab Physical Therapy SC performs a comprehensive evaluation to identify the specific areas that need improvement. They assess your strength, flexibility, balance, and range of motion.

Then, they create an individualized physical therapy and rehabilitation plan that may include one or more of the following treatments:

• Therapeutic exercises
• Ultrasound therapy
• Hot and cold compresses
• Interferential (IFC) therapy
• Dry needling
• Cold laser therapy
• Massage therapy
• Myofascial release
• Anodyne® therapy
• Electrotherapy
• Self-corrective devices

They also provide home care and telehealth appointments for people who prefer to receive treatment in the comfort of their own home.

For advanced care of spinal disorders, call Healing Rehab Physical Therapy SC or request an appointment online today.