by Radhika Shah | Dec 4, 2020 | LBP, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation
Chronic pain is a common condition experienced by an estimated 20.4% of US adults, according to the CDC. (1) Chronic pain can come in the form of back pain, arthritis, muscle pain, and more and is caused by many underlying diseases and factors. (1) Smoking is known to... 
by Lauren Limbach | Nov 19, 2020 | Biostabilizer, LBP, Medical Officers, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation
The vast majority of patients who seek medical attention for lower back pain (LBP) never determine the precise cause of their pain. LBP is one of the most pressing medical issues of our time, with 6-9% of adults consulting a medical professional for the condition... 
by Reeti | Nov 12, 2020 | Biostabilizer, LBP, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation, Uncategorized
As of 2015, lower back and neck pain were the leading global causes of disability[1]. Studies have consistently shown that there is an inverse relationship between socioeconomic status and prevalence of lower back pain. A study conducted in Finland comparing the... 
by Lauren Limbach | Oct 20, 2020 | Biostabilizer, LBP, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation
In recent years there have been growing concerns over the prevalence of lower back pain (LBP) in children. Of particular concern to parents, teachers and medical professionals are the overloaded backpacks and excessive screen time habits that may play a role in the... 
by Lauren Limbach | Oct 16, 2020 | Biostabilizer, LBP, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation
by Vicky Lu and Lauren Limbach The opioid epidemic is a large burden on the American healthcare system. In 2015, opioid overdoses were responsible for over 140,000 emergency department visits and estimated to cost $152.8 million for the medical industry (1). By 2016,... 
by Felicia Schuessler | Sep 15, 2020 | Athletic, Biostabilizer, Issues, LBP, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation, Solutions
For 80% of people, an episode of low back pain (LBP) occurs at least once during the lifespan,(4) and about 38% of people have an episode once a year.(2) However, certain populations experience LBP differently. LBP in athletes is a serious condition related both to... 