Regaining Daily Function:
Regaining Daily Function:
A Mother's Journey from Persistent Back Pain to Pain-Free Living with the McGill Method
A Mother's Journey from Persistent Back Pain to Pain-Free Living with the McGill Method
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The Background
The Background
A 39-year-old woman came to our clinic after experiencing persistent lower back pain for four years. Her pain began after injuring herself while exercising and had progressively worsened over the last year, significantly affecting her daily life both at home and work.
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The Challenges
Pain Impact:
Her back pain was interfering with many aspects of her life, including:
She had tried chiropractic care, massage therapy, and physiotherapy, but none provided lasting relief.
Her back pain was interfering with many aspects of her life, including:
- Playing with her child
- Exercising
- Performing work tasks
- Sitting for extended periods
- Housework, yard work and sports
She had tried chiropractic care, massage therapy, and physiotherapy, but none provided lasting relief.
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The McGill Method Solution
The McGill Method Solution
Personalized Assessment:
We used the McGill Method to precisely identify the specific strains causing her pain and the tissues that were irritated.
Customized Plan:
We used the McGill Method to precisely identify the specific strains causing her pain and the tissues that were irritated.
Customized Plan:
- Spinal Hygiene Training: Teaching her how to move, sit, and perform daily tasks in a way that didn't irritate her back.
- Bracing Techniques: Instruction on how to use bracing to stabilize and support her spine during certain activities.
- Spinal Rehabilitation Exercises: A tailored set of exercises to help her rebuild her spine and increase her abilty to perform pain-free activites. She was also given specific advice on which exercises to avoid.
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The Results
1 Month In:
She reported an 80% improvement, experiencing little pain on most days.
5 Months In:
Her back pain had improved significantly, allowing her to engage in daily activities like housework, yard work, sports, and work tasks with far less discomfort.
She reported an 80% improvement, experiencing little pain on most days.
5 Months In:
Her back pain had improved significantly, allowing her to engage in daily activities like housework, yard work, sports, and work tasks with far less discomfort.
Are You Ready to Live Pain-Free?
Are You Ready to Live Pain-Free?
Get started by booking your initial assessment today and begin your journey to a pain-free life.
Get started by booking your initial assessment today and begin your journey to a pain-free life.
