Seek Relief for Back Pain — Free Back & Neck Pain Seminar
Your back is the powerhouse of your body. It gives strength to your movements and supports most of your weight. With these heavy demands, it's no wonder the back is prone to injury and strain. Four out of five adults will experience at least one episode of back pain in their lifetimes.
"Back pain is experienced by both the young and old, but the risk of developing it increases with age," said Dr. Larry Tran, board-certified neurologist with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Neuroscience & Spine Center. "Back ailments can stem from a variety of sources, including heavy lifting, improper sports or exercise techniques, sitting hunched over a desk or being overweight."
Conditions such as a herniated disc, muscle spasms, arthritis and scoliosis can also contribute to back pain. Depending on the source of your back problem, you may experience acute pain (lasting no longer than a few weeks) or chronic pain (lasting for months or years). “Whether your pain is intense or a slight throbbing, it's important to seek a treatment option that's right for you,” said Dr. Marvin Chang, board-certified interventional pain specialist with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Neuroscience & Spine Center.
Minor back ailments, primarily those associated with strains and/or spasms, can be successfully treated at home with a combination of hot and cold compresses, anti-inflammatory medications, and brief rest. "Although you may be tempted to spend a few days in bed recuperating, this isn't the best solution," said Dan Kershner, physical therapist at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Neuroscience & Spine Center. "Studies repeatedly show staying active is a better road to recovery."
If your pain is severe or disabling, a spine specialist can perform an exam to determine the source of the discomfort and prescribe a treatment plan that may include physical therapy, injections or surgery to relieve pain. The main goal of treatment is to help you manage back pain so that it does not interfere with daily activities.
Four Steps to Prevent Back Pain:
FREE BACK & NECK PAIN SEMINAR
Join us on Thursday, April 7 at 6 p.m. at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Conference Center. Whether you’ve had back and/or neck pain for a few days or several long years, we are here to help. Dr. Larry Tran, board-certified neurologist, Dr. Marvin Chang, interventional pain specialist, and Dan Kershner, physical therapist, will present the latest information on non-surgical treatment options and address any questions you may have. Registration is required. Register online at houstonmethodist.org/events or call 281.274.7500.
"Back pain is experienced by both the young and old, but the risk of developing it increases with age," said Dr. Larry Tran, board-certified neurologist with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Neuroscience & Spine Center. "Back ailments can stem from a variety of sources, including heavy lifting, improper sports or exercise techniques, sitting hunched over a desk or being overweight."
Conditions such as a herniated disc, muscle spasms, arthritis and scoliosis can also contribute to back pain. Depending on the source of your back problem, you may experience acute pain (lasting no longer than a few weeks) or chronic pain (lasting for months or years). “Whether your pain is intense or a slight throbbing, it's important to seek a treatment option that's right for you,” said Dr. Marvin Chang, board-certified interventional pain specialist with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Neuroscience & Spine Center.
Minor back ailments, primarily those associated with strains and/or spasms, can be successfully treated at home with a combination of hot and cold compresses, anti-inflammatory medications, and brief rest. "Although you may be tempted to spend a few days in bed recuperating, this isn't the best solution," said Dan Kershner, physical therapist at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Neuroscience & Spine Center. "Studies repeatedly show staying active is a better road to recovery."
If your pain is severe or disabling, a spine specialist can perform an exam to determine the source of the discomfort and prescribe a treatment plan that may include physical therapy, injections or surgery to relieve pain. The main goal of treatment is to help you manage back pain so that it does not interfere with daily activities.
Four Steps to Prevent Back Pain:
- Watch your weight. A few extra pounds on your frame can cause added stress on your back and muscles. Losing the weight in a healthy manner can help keep back pain at bay.
- Stay active. Exercising regularly is the best way to keep your back in working shape. Strong, toned muscles support everyday movements.
- Put out the cigarettes. Smokers may have more difficulty recovering from a back ailment because their oxygen levels are reduced.
- Be aware of how you move. Your mother may have told you to "stand up straight." That is good advice. Good posture, whether sitting, standing or lifting, keeps your back in alignment.
FREE BACK & NECK PAIN SEMINAR
Join us on Thursday, April 7 at 6 p.m. at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Conference Center. Whether you’ve had back and/or neck pain for a few days or several long years, we are here to help. Dr. Larry Tran, board-certified neurologist, Dr. Marvin Chang, interventional pain specialist, and Dan Kershner, physical therapist, will present the latest information on non-surgical treatment options and address any questions you may have. Registration is required. Register online at houstonmethodist.org/events or call 281.274.7500.