Having back and neck pain? There is HELP!

For many people, the most frustrating aspect of having back pain or neck pain is getting understandable answers and learning which specific treatment option would be best for the problem. Why do I have back pain? Whom should I see for this problem? Do I need X-rays or an MRI? Do I need physical therapy, or injections, or surgery? What can I do to help myself?

The right place to start is with an evaluation by a physician or possibly a physical therapist. Both have experience in evaluating, diagnosing and treating patients with spine problems, neck and back pain. Your physician can determine who can get better with specialized physical therapy, rehab exercises and spine education, versus who needs referral "up the ladder" for a pain specialist or spine surgical consultation. They can help sort out serious conditions from "seriously annoying" ones.

If your doctor determines that physical therapy is needed - or if you already have a prescription from your personal doctor or specialist for physical therapy - Pinnacle Physical Therapy offers the finest, diagnosis-specific spine physical therapy available in the area. Our physical therapists concentrate daily upon back and neck conditions, and combine hands-on therapies with exercises. With your previous history in mind, they perform their own examinations to tailor the appropriate therapy for your specific diagnosis (because treatments that are ideal for one condition can make another condition worse). Your physical therapist will have direct interaction with your doctor on a regular basis, so any fine-tuning of a therapy plan can be done immediately. We highly value this interactive environment, and cannot envision providing care any other way.

If you are ready to see how physical therapy can help you or would like to schedule a free pain screening, call one of our two convenient locations today - Post Falls (208) 777-4242 or Coeur d'Alene (209) 665-2000. We accept most forms of insurance, including Medicare/Medicaid. Injured workers claims for both Idaho and Washington, offer substantial prompt cash pay discounts, and offer financing options. You can find us online at www.pinnaclephysicaltherapy.org or Facebook at pinnaclePT.