Physiotherapy For Back Pain
People who experience chronic pain, either due to a medical condition or from an injury, often visit their doctor who will run a series of tests, determine the cause of the pain and, in most cases, prescribe some sort of anti-pain medication. While most anti-pain medications work well to reduce or eliminate pain, many of the most effective medications are often highly addictive. Vicodin, for example, is an excellent source of pain relief, but is one of the most abused pain medications today.
In addition to its tendency for abuse, Vicodin, taken over a period of time, can cause organ damage, particularly to the liver and kidneys. In many cases, the patient becomes dependent upon the Vicodin and often suffers when the doctor refuses to prescribe any more of the substance. Because of this problem, many physicians are now recommending both medication and physiotherapy for back pain management.
Be sure to explore the different options for treatment and seeka second opinion from a different doctor if needed.