Back Pain

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care. Touch Stone Rehabilitation & Health Center, located in the Prince’s Bay neighborhood of Staten Island, New York, provides advanced therapies to help patients affected by back problems. With services including chiropractic care, acupuncture, physical therapy, massage, injections, and more, the team designs customized treatment plans to achieve lasting results. Call Touch Stone Rehabilitation & Health Center or request a consultation online today.

What causes back pain?

Back pain develops for many reasons. Common causes include the following:

• Muscle strains
• Ligament sprains
• Herniated discs
• Spinal stenosis
• Degenerative disc disease
• Arthritis
• Poor posture
• Injuries from accidents or sports

Sometimes, back pain is acute, lasting a few days or weeks. Chronic pain persists for months or longer.

Mild back pain often improves with rest and self-care, but seek medical care if pain lasts longer than a few weeks, interferes with daily activities, or you develop numbness, weakness, or loss of bladder or bowel control.

How do you diagnose back pain?

Your Touch Stone Rehabilitation & Health Center provider begins with a detailed history and physical exam. They may ask about when the pain started, what makes it better or worse, and whether it radiates to other areas.

Your provider may use X-rays or ultrasound imaging, both of which are available onsite. These procedures can help rule out underlying problems, such as disc damage or spinal narrowing (stenosis).

What treatments are available for back pain?

The Touch Stone Rehabilitation & Health Center team understands how back pain can interfere with your work, sleep, and everyday activities. They offer a variety of treatments to help you find relief and return to living comfortably.

Treatment plans are personalized to each patient, but may include:

Chiropractic care

Chiropractic helps restore spinal alignment and relieve pressure on nerves.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture encourages natural healing by stimulating specific points on the body.

Physical therapy

Physical therapy and exercise build strength and improve flexibility.

Massage therapy

Massage therapy helps ease tight muscles and improve circulation.

Trigger point and epidural injections

These injections contain corticosteroid medication that can reduce inflammation and pain at the source.

Cold laser and ultrasound therapy

Laser and ultrasound treatments are painless, noninvasive procedures that support tissue healing while reducing swelling and inflammation.

Manual therapy

Manual therapy techniques restore mobility and decrease discomfort.

Your provider may also recommend medications such as anti-inflammatories or low-dose antidepressants to help manage back pain.

Can back pain be prevented?

Staying active, maintaining good posture, using proper lifting techniques, and keeping a healthy weight all reduce strain on your back. Regular exercise, stretching, and core strengthening also help protect your spine.

Touch Stone Rehabilitation & Health Center not only treats back pain but also helps prevent it from returning, so you can enjoy lasting relief. Call the office or book an appointment online today.