Back Pain

With spine care at Resolute Baptist Hospital, you’ll find:

Expert spine specialists experienced in treating a wide range of conditions
A wide range of nonsurgical and surgical treatment options for back and neck pain
Treatments that can improve the lives of patients with scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, radiculopathy, disc disease and more

If you’ve experienced a back injury, have a long-term back or spine condition or are living with the realities of normal wear and tear, Resolute Baptist Hospital can help. We provide convenient access to a comprehensive range of orthopedic techniques and procedures to help treat conditions like herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, spine or back fractures, and more.

Our team of specialists will work with you to provide the course of treatment that’s right for your condition, with a focus on exploring all your nonsurgical options first. Treatments such as anti-inflammatory medicine, ice, heat and massage are often successful in healing back pain and helping patients recover and return to their daily activities.

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12 Ways to Prevent Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain can interrupt your quality of life, whether it’s a chronic, dull ache or a sharp sudden stab. Taking steps to prevent lower back pain can help you avoid injuries that may take a long time to heal.

Doing these 12 things may help lessen your risk of lower back pain:

1. Stretch before working out.	2. Avoid standing for long periods.	3. Avoid wearing high heels.	4. Look for lower back support when sitting for several hours.
5. Sleep on your side with knees bent.	6. Observe proper posture when lifting objects.	7. If an object is too heavy for you to carry, ask for help.	8. Lose excess weight. It puts a strain on joints and skeletal structure.
9. Don’t stress.	10. Practice yoga or pilates.	11. Stay active, but don’t overdo it.	12. Quit smoking to lower your risk of osteoporosis.
WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR If something happens and you have pain that gets worse or doesn’t improve within two to three weeks, book an appointment with your doctor. Other reasons to call your doctor include: