Neck & Back Pain Relief
in Thief River Falls

Neck and back pain can be debilitating and often require the care of a skilled professional. Our customized hands-on approach will first restore normal movement to your sore spine then train your muscles to maximize stability. The initial evaluation will also include specific education on your diagnosis and how you can contribute to the healing process so that you can get back to doing the things you love.

Common Pain Conditions Treated in Physical Therapy

Acute Neck & Low Back Pain

This is sudden pain in the neck or lower back—often from strain or a minor injury. PT uses gentle stretches, manual therapy, and strengthening exercises to reduce pain and restore normal movement quickly.

Chronic Neck & Low Back Pain

Persistent discomfort in the neck or lower back that lasts weeks or months. Physical therapy offers a personalized program of exercises, posture correction, and manual techniques to help manage pain and improve long-term function.

Sciatica

Sciatica is pain that radiates from the lower back down the leg, typically due to nerve irritation. PT focuses on relieving nerve pressure through targeted stretches, strength training, and improving overall posture.

Stenosis

Stenosis refers to a narrowing in the spinal canal that can press on nerves. Physical therapy helps by improving flexibility, strength, and balance, which can ease discomfort and enhance mobility.

Herniated Disc

A herniated disc happens when the soft inner material of a disc pushes out through a tear in the outer layer, causing pain. PT works to reduce pain and prevent further injury by strengthening surrounding muscles and teaching better movement habits.

Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Pain

This pain occurs in the joint connecting the spine to the pelvis. Through stability exercises, manual therapy, and movement retraining, physical therapy aims to reduce pain and restore balanced movement in the area.

Pinched Nerve (Radiculopathy)

A pinched nerve is caused by pressure from surrounding tissues on a nerve root, leading to pain or numbness. PT addresses this by relieving pressure through targeted stretches, strengthening exercises, and postural adjustments.

Compression Fracture

A compression fracture is a small break in a vertebra, often due to trauma or osteoporosis. PT focuses on gentle, controlled exercises and balance training to support healing and strengthen the spine.

Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that can affect posture and cause discomfort. Through specific exercises, stretching, and posture training, PT can help improve alignment and ease pain.