Back Pain
At Big Cat, we focus on identifying and treating the root cause of your back pain through thorough testing, movement analysis, and personalized care.
What Is Back Pain?
Back pain – especially low back pain – is one of the most common issues we see at Big Cat Performance & Physical Therapy. But here’s the thing: “back pain” is a general label that can be caused by a wide variety of underlying problems. For some, it’s a disc issue or nerve compression. For others, it’s muscular tightness, weakness, or instability. That’s why a generic approach simply won’t work.
Our job as physical therapists is to do the detective work – to go beyond the symptoms and identify the root cause. Is it related to posture? A movement dysfunction? A structural issue? Only with a proper diagnosis and movement assessment can we create a plan that actually helps you heal and stay pain-free for the long haul.
What Are The Symptoms Of Back Pain?
Back pain doesn’t just show up in one form. It can feel like a sharp jolt, a dull ache, stiffness, or nerve-related tingling down the leg. And it often affects nearly every part of your day – from sitting at work to standing in the kitchen, walking, lifting, or just trying to enjoy your favorite activities.
The real challenge? Back pain can be persistent and deeply impact your quality of life. We’ve seen countless patients unable to participate in things they once loved, not because they’ve lost interest – but because pain is in the way. That’s why we believe in not just treating pain but addressing what’s causing it in the first place.
What Is Our Approach To Fixing/Treating Back Pain?
At Big Cat, we don’t settle for surface-level relief. While short-term pain reduction is important – especially in acute stages – it’s only the beginning. We focus on identifying and treating the root cause of your back pain through thorough testing, movement analysis, and personalized care.
Once we’ve zeroed in on the cause, we create a tailored plan that focuses on building strength, improving movement patterns, and preventing recurrence. Many traditional clinics stop once the pain is gone. At Big Cat, that’s when we double down on rebuilding you stronger than before.
We shift our clients from symptom relief to performance restoration – so they don’t just feel better temporarily, they gain lasting strength, mobility, and resilience. Our ultimate goal? That you not only recover from back pain but that you return to the activities you love, feeling stronger and more confident than ever before.
Download Free Report
Not sure where to start? We’ve created a free back pain resource to help you understand what might be causing your discomfort and what you can do about it from the comfort of home. Inside, you’ll find practical advice, movement tips, and insights into the most common back pain mistakes – and how to avoid them. Whether you’re just starting to explore solutions or you’ve tried treatments that didn’t work, this guide is a helpful first step toward taking back control of your body.