Back Pain Can Take a Huge Toll

Low back pain is the 2nd largest cause of disability in the US and is a condition that costs an estimated 100-200 billion dollars annually in lost revenue (mostly due to lost productivity and wages).

-Freburger eat al. Arch in Med 2015

Low back pain can be a nagging, debilitating, and frustrating issue that many Americans deal with. It can be costly in many ways with several people paying for unnecessary imaging, injections, and even surgery. One study estimated the success rate for back surgeries to be about 50%. Of course every case is different and in those rare instances surgery may be necessary. The good news is that many back issues can be resolved through exercises prescribed by your physical therapist, saving you money in the long run.