BACK CARE CENTER AT OFC

Specialized Physical Therapy for Chronic Neck and Back Pain

The Back Care Center at OFC offers a unique subset of Physical Therapy designed for individuals suffering from chronic neck and back pain. Our focus is on improving strength and flexibility by isolating the muscle groups that support the spine, helping patients achieve long-term relief.

The Back Care Center was the first comprehensive neck and back program in the United States. Remarkably, 70% to 80% of patients who complete the program report good to excellent results. A key component of this success is the use of the MedX machine.

What is MedX

MedX machines are specially designed to isolate, safely test, and directly strengthen spinal muscles. The program also integrates general strength and fitness-building activities, supervised by licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to ensure patient safety and progress.

MedX helps combat and reverse the deconditioning effects of chronic low back pain by isolating movement and applying the principles of progression and overload in a controlled environment.

Why Does MedX Work?

When pain affects a specific region of the body, the neuromuscular system compensates by adopting new contraction patterns, often bypassing the injured muscle. This compensation can lead to further weakening and atrophy of the affected muscle. Effective rehabilitation protocols, such as those using MedX, prevent muscle alienation and re-train the neuromuscular system to function correctly.

Over 70 clinical studies and medical journal articles have validated the effectiveness of MedX machines in:

  • Significantly reducing spine-related pain

  • Restoring spinal function

  • Improving quality of life and independence

  • Reducing or eliminating the need for ongoing pain management

MedX Medical machines are considered the “Gold Standard” for non-surgical treatment options for low back and neck pain.

Program Goals

  • Improve range of motion

  • Strengthen spinal muscles

  • Decrease pain

  • Restore normal function

Back Care Center Program Overview

The program involves visits twice a week for a minimum of 6 weeks to observe initial strength gains. Most patients complete the program within 9 to 12 weeks, requiring 18 to 24 visits to achieve maximum benefit.

Is the Back Care Center Right for You?

Our Back Care Center has successfully treated patients with:

  • Herniated discs

  • Degenerative joint disease

  • Spondylolisthesis

  • Spinal arthritic changes

  • Sprains and strains

You may be a good candidate if you:

  • Have a history of recurring back and/or neck problems

  • Have undergone previous spine surgery

  • Have tried and failed other well-known treatment programs

Contact us today to learn more about how the Back Care Center can help you regain control over your life and improve your spinal health.

Signs of Back Pain

You should make an appointment with one of our back pain specialists if you’re experiencing some of the symptoms below.

  • Back muscle spasms

  • Back pain that worsens when bending over

  • Difficulty sleeping because of back pain

  • Inability to turn your head from side to side

  • Numbness or pins-and-needles sensations

  • Over-the-counter medications no longer help your pain

  • Pain in the back when sitting still

  • Pain that radiates to your buttock or leg

  • Stiffness in the back or neck that makes it hard to get out of bed

Common Back Conditions

The symptoms listed above could indicate one of the following common back conditions:

  • Arthritis

  • Degenerative disc disease

  • Fractured vertebrae

  • Herniated disc

  • Kyphosis

  • Nerve and spinal cord compression conditions, such as sciatica, radiculopathy, spinal stenosis, spondylitis, or spondylolisthesis 

  • Osteoporosis

  • Scoliosis

  • Spinal cord injury

  • Sports-related injury

  • Whiplash

When you come in for an appointment, we will assess the condition of your back, including your symptoms, range of motion, and muscle strength. After the assessment, we will develop a personalized plan that meets your specific needs for treatment. 
 
For a one-on-one consultation with one of our back specialists, call 507-386-6600 today or request an appointment online.