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Have You Been Searching For A Back Pain Specialist In Waltham, MA?
"Have you tried everything to find relief for your back pain, but feel let down?"
Don’t sacrifice the lifestyle you desire over problems that can be fixed.
A Message From Back Pain Expert Dr. Garrett Labberton, Divergence Physical Therapy & Wellness:
- Do you find yourself worried over back pain that doesn’t go away no matter how much stretching you do?
- Are you frustrated that seeing a chiropractor or going to a massage therapist hasn’t worked?
- Do you have trouble keeping up with your workouts and feel like you’re missing out on your favorite sports?
- Are you still looking for a long-term solution so you can get back to the gym without fear of reinjury?
If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, then rest assured, You Are In The Right Place!
Many people suffer unnecessarily with back pain because they’re often told…
- To “rest it” and it’ll be fine (then months later they’re still suffering…)
- That their back pain is “normal” with an active lifestyle
- If they take some pills then everything will be fine.
- Surgery is the only option available.
The truth about back pain is:
- Resting doesn’t change anything. You may feel temporary relief, but as soon as you’re active again you’ll find yourself still suffering from back pain and stiffness (I bet you’ve already experienced it!)
- It’s not normal to get back pain with an active lifestyle!
- Pain medication is addicting, dangerous, and can cause a lot of other problems for your body.
- Surgery is not the only option for back pain. It’s just the only option(s) you’ve been given.
"We Help Active Adults Quickly Get Back To Their Favorite Workouts And Activities Without Fear Of Reinjury Or Surgery"
It can be very confusing to decide exactly what you should do if you have back pain. You’ve likely heard a lot of well-intentioned advice or options such as…
- A family member telling you to try going lighter with your workouts
- A colleague mentions giving acupuncture a shot
- To watch the “experts” on YouTube recommend a specific exercise or stretch
- A friend suggesting injections aren’t so bad
- All the while hearing doctors tell you that surgery is the only permanent solution
It’s overwhelming to make a decision when there are so many options available. You may ask yourself, “what will happen if I make the wrong choice?”
It’s normal to feel stuck when trying to make a decision on what to do about your back pain.
You might go days, months, or even years without taking action. This indecision just prolongs your pain and keeps you from the life you desire. We understand your concerns and we’re here to help you take that first step in getting the relief you need!
When It Comes To Back Pain Treatment…
You must choose the right provider for your back pain. If you don’t, you could end up getting an unnecessary and dangerous surgery.
Getting the “least-invasive” and most natural treatment is VITAL to stopping your back pain and keeping it from ever coming back.
To do that, you’ll have to not only treat the pain, but also have a provider who is willing to figure out WHY the back pain happened in the first place. That’s when you’ll get a PERMANENT solution to your problems.
-AL
“I had chronic back pain
for 10 years and saw
multiple PTs before coming to Divergence. The pain got to the point
where I was unable to get off the couch or play with my kids. These guys knew exactly what was wrong. They treated it, helped me understand what was going on, and my pain hasn’t come
back since.”
At Divergence Physical Therapy & Wellness we’ve created a 3 step process for back pain treatment to make sure it doesn’t come back again.
Step #1 - We Want To Listen To Your Story
We know the medical system can be frustrating. Sometimes you have to wait weeks or even months for an appointment, only to talk to the doctors for 10 minutes before they have to run to the next patient and you’re left sitting there wondering, “what just happened?”
Unfortunately many physical therapy clinics operate this way. They’re not attentive, they’re fast-paced and your physical therapist likely doesn’t have time to see you for multiple concerns or help you in all the areas you’re worried about.
This is why our first step is to listen to your story.
After working with a lot of people who struggle with back pain, we know that no two persons are alike. Each one has a different body, a different history, and a different type of back pain. Whether your pain is chronic, stiff, or aching we want to understand it and help solve it.
That is why our first step is to have an open conversation with you and to give you time to tell your back pain story, so we can have a full picture of what’s going on. We want to not only understand how your back pain started, but also how it’s impacting your life right now.
Step #2 - Find Out WHY Back Pain Started
You might have a diagnosis or medical term for what’s going on with your body. Maybe your doctor gave it to you, maybe tests showed the diagnosis, or maybe you found it online.
You’ve probably been told that your only choices were to rest it, give up your favorite activities, or have surgery.
Sometimes those things bring temporary relief, but they’re not addressing what CAUSED the problem in the first place.
Everyone’s back pain is different. No two people are going to have the same pain caused by the same reason.
Our goal at Divergence Physical Therapy & Wellness is to find the original cause of your back pain, so that it doesn’t just go away, it STAYS AWAY!
We understand that you might be skeptical or unsure if physical therapy is the right treatment for your back pain. If that’s you, feel free to give us a call below. We’d love to talk about your concerns and see if we’re the best fit for you!
Step #3 - Get Rid Of The Back Pain & Keep It From Coming Back
This is when the big transformations occur. We develop a personalized back pain treatment plan that allows you to…
…Get back to your daily routine without feeling fatigued by constant back pain and aches
…Be able to pick up your kids without fear of your back locking up
…Get back to playing golf without fear of reinjury
…Be able to go that extra mile on your hike or run.
Our best clients are those who are motivated and ready to win back their active lifestyle. (Even if they feel stuck right now!)
Want to know more about our availability and costs before making any commitments for back pain treatment?
Our back pain treatments will:
- Improve your short-term back pain compared to other treatments you’ve tried before.
- Save you money from expensive, conventional medical treatments.
- Reduce your back pain symptoms quickly and help you start living the life you desire.
Our back pain Physical Therapy services are performed by licensed professionals, trained to give only the best and most reliable back pain treatment to our clients.
At Divergence Physical Therapy & Wellness, you’re in great hands.
You don’t have to sacrifice your active lifestyle over problems that can be fixed. Come in today and let us help you achieve a pain-free life once again!
Sincerely,
Dr. Mike DeMille
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