Back Pain

Philip Boozer, MS, ATC, C-PS
Owner and Founder of Return2Play

A Message From Philip Boozer, MS, ATC, C-PS Owner and Founder of Return2Play

It is a prevalent misconception that back discomfort is harmless and will resolve on its own. It’s also typical to attribute it to “sleeping uncomfortable” or a “spasm” or something “everyone” experiences at some point…

There is no clear explanation for why it occurred, but it does not appear to be changing!

If you’re experiencing this, you’re certainly not alone, since we hear about similar situations frequently. In fact, Lower Back Pain is our clinic’s most prevalent condition!

And when it comes to coping with back pain, everyone we encounter is curious about…

“Why Am I Experiencing This? Or, “Why Am I Still Suffering From Back Pain After Putting up With It for Three to Six Months?”

The majority of people who experience back discomfort believe it will disappear on its own.

We believe that there is a magical moment when you awaken one morning and your difficulty has vanished. But six months later, you’re living with persistent back problems that are frequently far worse than they were initially.

Does That Describe You?

One of the most frustrating things we see in our clinic is people coming in with chronic lower back pain and telling us their previous doctor told them to “rest” and take pain relievers. What is the issue? It’s not working! They would have returned to their doctor, frustrated and in pain if they had not visited our clinic.

Has This Type of Thing Happened to You?

It’s difficult to know what’s best for your back pain. You’ve been told so many different things by people in positions of authority. Unfortunately, the majority of it is useless!

It’s not just about what you do when it hurts, but also how frequently you do it. The more frequently an area becomes weaker or an injury worsens as a result of poor movement and posture, the more difficult it will be to work that part of your body. If we do not take steps to restore balance through strengthening exercises designed specifically for those areas, we will experience chronic pain.

Back pain is often a confusing issue that people just accept as “the way things are”. What else could explain why backache lasts so long? It can be difficult to know what to do because there have been so many different instructions given by different sources, with little credibility behind them all!

Do You Feel the Same Way?

If You Are Currently Experiencing Back Pain, Here Are Seven Additional Reasons Why It May Be Lingering Longer Than It Should:

1. You believed it would go away on its own, but it did not.

2. The physicians advised you to relax and take painkillers, but they had little effect on your back; as the pills wore off, the chronic pain reappeared.

3. Age-related back pain is universal, so you simply accepted it for what it is.

4. You had already tried different healthcare providers or a physical therapist, but nothing they said or did help.

5. You attempted YouTube workouts, but they failed or made your back ache tenfold worse.

6. Your back pain was so severe that you thought resting would help, but it actually made your condition worse.

7. You opted to get a couple of “massages” in the hopes that they would alleviate your discomfort, but all they did was make you feel good and didn’t solve the problem permanently.

You’ve previously tried everything and it still hurts? You need not continue to suffer.

If you have experienced any of the above, we would love to assist you by inviting you to a free phone consultation with one of our skilled back specialists who specializes in assisting individuals like yourself to get relief from their chronic low-back pain issues.

Simply click on the link provided!

“What Can I Do to Quickly Eliminate MY Back Pain?”...

Here are four things you can do:

1. Initially, you must make a selection regarding assistance: It can be a grave error to believe that back discomfort will disappear on its own over time. As most of us are aware, it doesn’t work out that way, and six months from now, you’ll still be in an unpleasant situation, when what you truly need is a program that WORKS paired with some easy changes to your daily routine in order to break the cycle!

2. Next, perform the CORRECT exercises: The correct series of exercises prescribed by your physiotherapist will help lessen your back discomfort and restore your mobility. These are some excellent methods for getting rid of it rapidly, so don’t delay!

3. Avoid prolonged sitting and rest: Sitting on a couch for too long might exacerbate back pain. You need more movement and exercise, as well as hands-on treatment from physical therapists that understand the importance of this, in order to recover rapidly!

4. Physical therapy can make a world of difference for individuals suffering from low back pain. This is a common injury at Ready2Play, and we want to help you find relief as soon as possible!

Do you want to know how we can help you get back up and running? Call or visit one of our clinics today for a completely free, no-obligation appointment!

Note: We offer this free Total Body Diagnostic session to people who are nervous or skeptical about Physical Therapy, unsure of its benefits, or if it is right for them. If this describes you, please begin with a Free Total Body Diagnostic session so that we can work with you to determine what is wrong and what can be done – with no financial risk.

Our Process

Phase 1: Tell Us Your Story

Unlike, the experience you often get at the doctor’s office, we want to hear your story. The full thing. No shortcuts. We want to learn about your injury, interests, and how this has been affecting your life.

This is your chance to tell us everything you want– including your health goals and aspirations, no matter how big or small.

Phase 2: Get Some Clarity

We will explain the possible causes behind your injury as well as explain the timeline for recovery.

Our goal throughout therapy is to give you the knowledge and tools to understand how this injury occurred in the first place, how to address it now, and how to prevent re-injury in the future.

Phase 3: Resolve Your Pain and Build Up Resiliency
  1. Reduce the pain and symptoms you’re experiencing
  2. Find the root cause of the issue and correct it
  3. Build up your body’s strength and resiliency so that this doesn’t occur in the future

So Here’s the Next Question:

“How Can Seeing a Physical Therapist at Ready2Play Help You Get Rid of Your Back Pain - Within the Next Few Days?”

Here are a few examples of what our Physical Therapy Team can do for you:
Essentially, we can assist you in returning to a life free of the burden of persistent back pain.

What Other People Just Like You Are Saying About Return2Play in Modesto

12+ 5-Star Reviews!

- Toni L.

5/5
“I’ve been working with Philip for several weeks & have noticed improvements on my knee. He knows exactly what exercises & stretch’s to help the mobility & flexibility for my injury. He also explains to me in ways that I can see & understand my progression. He is definitely worthy trying if you have any injuries. And a very personable guy!”

- Mario M.

5/5
“My son was treated by Phillip and the results have been outstanding! My son is a very active kid and had limited mobility in his throwing arm. After every visit with Phillip, his arm felt great! Look forward to having Phillip in our corner for years to come”

- Lisa H.

5/5
“I started working with Return2Play after I injured my hamstring deadlifting. After 12 weeks working with Philip I am deadlifting and squatting again pain free and with more mobility than before. I would and do recommend Return2Play to anyone who is looking to enjoy physical activity without pain.”