Citation:

Laljibhai Makwana, 2024. "Effectiveness of Non-Surgical Treatments for Chronic Back Pain: Physical Therapy Treatment ", ESP Journal of Engineering & Technology Advancements  4(4): 166-171.

Abstract:

Chronic back pain is a widespread problem that affects many people’s lives by limiting their ability to move and causing constant discomfort, while surgery is also an option for severe cases, non-surgical treatments, particularly physical therapy, have proven effective for managing pain and improving quality of life. Physical therapy helps to reduce pain, improve te movement, and strengthen muscles through targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education, and so it gives long-term benefits by addressing the root causes of pain and teaching patients how to prevent future issues. This paper explores how physical therapy works as a reliable, non-surgical treatment for chronic back pain and highlights its importance in helping individuals regain function and lead a more active, pain-free life, and the goal is to basically show why the physical therapy should be considered a top choice for non-surgical back pain relief.

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Keywords:

Chronic Back Pain, Physical Therapy, Non-Surgical Treatments, Pain Management, Rehabilitation.