Summary

A 37-year-old male software employee, with no medical history and history of spinal injuries, approached nSure Healthy Spine with persisting lower back pain (LBP) for nearly six (06) years. As demanded by the profession, the client used to spend 6-8 hours of prolonged sitting at the desk. Provided below is an entire case of how we dealt with initial spinal assessments, pretreatment findings, the treatment given, and the outcome.

The Critical Zone: Initial Patient Condition

The patient, a software employee who usually spends sitting for more than 6-8 hours at a desk, was presented with :

  • Chronic low back pain for six (06) years that worsens by the end of each day months
  • Pain relief while sleeping in a side-lying position and straight on the back with pillows under the knees

The nSure Zone: Comprehensive Assessments

Upon initial consultation, our expert spine therapists conducted detailed evaluations to understand the root cause.

ASSESSMENT FINDINGS

  • Postural examination
  • Shoulder asymmetrical (Lt side drop)
  • Scapular retracted inferior angle asymmetric
  • Thoraco lumbar shift
  • (Lumbar towards left and Thoracic towards right)
  • Kyphotic posture
  • Physical assessment
  • Hypermobility of lumbar spine

PRE-TREATMENT FINDINGS

  • Tightness in the paraspinal muscles over the lower back area.
  • Erector spinae muscle weakness
  • Left side quadratus lumborum over-activated
  • Left Iliopsoas underworked

Treatment Given

We implemented a tailored, multi-disciplinary approach to address the patient’s condition holistically.

  • Pain management therapy
  • Postural correction exercises
  • Back strengthening exercises

The Outcome

POST-TREATMENT CONDITION

  • Normal spinal curve restored within just 3 days
  • Improved lumbosacral mobility and reduced discomfort.
  • Freedom from pain, with the ability to sit comfortably for extended periods
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