Lower Back Pain Is Extremely Common — But Treatable
Low back pain affects approximately 80% of Americans at some point in their lives. It's the leading cause of disability worldwide and one of the most frequent reasons patients visit Longevity Rehab Center in Vero Beach and Indian River County. The good news: physical therapy is one of the most effective treatments available — often eliminating the need for surgery or long-term medication use.
Common Causes of Lower Back Pain
Our therapists treat a wide range of low back conditions, including:
- Lumbar muscle strains and sprains — the most common cause, often from lifting or sudden movement
- Herniated or bulging discs — when disc material presses on nearby nerves
- Degenerative disc disease — age-related wear on the spinal discs
- Spinal stenosis — narrowing of the spinal canal, common in older adults
- Spondylolisthesis — when one vertebra slips forward over another
- Sciatica — pain radiating down the leg from an irritated sciatic nerve
- Sacroiliac joint dysfunction — pain at the joint between the spine and pelvis
How Physical Therapy Relieves Lower Back Pain
At Longevity Rehab Center, our evidence-based approach to low back pain treatment includes:
- Manual therapy — hands-on mobilization and manipulation to restore joint mobility and reduce pain
- Therapeutic exercise — targeted strengthening of core muscles that support the lumbar spine
- McKenzie Method — a directional preference approach highly effective for disc-related pain
- Postural correction and ergonomic education — addressing the root causes of chronic pain
- Modalities — heat, ice, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation for pain relief
- Aquatic therapy — available at our West Vero Beach location for patients who benefit from water-based rehab
Why Choose PT Over Surgery or Pain Medication?
Multiple studies show that physical therapy is as effective — or more effective — than surgery for many common low back conditions. It's safer, less expensive, and produces longer-lasting results when combined with a home exercise program. Many of our patients avoid surgery entirely after completing a course of PT.
Insurance Coverage for Back Pain PT
Treatment for low back pain is covered by Medicare and most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield. Call us at (772) 978-9750 to verify your coverage before your first visit.
Visit Us in Vero Beach or Sebastian
Longevity Rehab Center has four convenient locations in Indian River County. Our experienced therapists are ready to help you get back to the life you love — without back pain.