What if I have already had back surgery?
Post-surgical back patients are welcome at Wellspring. We work with your surgical team and build a recovery plan appropriate for your procedure and timeline. Many post-surgical patients benefit significantly from hands-on PT and soft tissue work that supports the healing process.
How long will it take to see results?
Some patients notice meaningful improvement within the first few visits. Chronic or more complex cases take longer. At your first visit, your care team will give you a realistic estimate based on your specific situation and history.
Do I need imaging like an MRI before my first visit?
No. You do not need imaging before your first visit. If imaging would be helpful to clarify your diagnosis, your nurse practitioner can order it as part of your care.
My back pain keeps coming back. Can Wellspring stop the cycle?
That is one of the most common things we hear. Recurring back pain usually means the underlying cause has not been fully addressed, only the flare-up. Our team takes a root-cause approach, which means we look at the structural, muscular, and medical contributors together. Many patients who come to us after years of recurring pain […]
Can physical therapy actually fix sciatica?
Yes, in most cases. Sciatica is very often caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, which physical therapy can directly address by correcting the muscle imbalances and movement patterns that create that compression. Many patients experience significant improvement within a few weeks of consistent care.
How do I know if I have sciatica or just regular back pain?
Back pain stays in your back. Sciatica sends pain, tingling, or numbness down through your buttock, leg, or foot, following the path of the sciatic nerve. You can have both at the same time. A thorough evaluation at your first visit will clarify exactly what is going on and what is driving it.