02/13/2026
Back pain can be one of the most frustrating things to deal with.
When it flares up, it feels like every position or movement reminds you it’s there.
It’s tempting to rest and avoid anything that causes discomfort, but complete avoidance often prolongs the issue and keeps you from doing the things you enjoy.
This patient had been dealing with left sided low back pain, so we started reintroducing controlled movements and holds to get the right muscles firing again.
Don’t be afraid to move. The key is finding exercises that stay within a tolerable range and gradually build from there.
