Back Injuries at Work: When to Seek Help

Back injuries are one of the most common—and most frustrating—problems people face after a workplace accident. Whether you’re lifting heavy boxes, sitting at a desk all day, or doing repetitive tasks, your back takes the brunt of the strain.

At Ohio Therapy Centers, we help people across Northeast Ohio recover from work-related back injuries every day. In this blog, we’ll explain what to watch for, when to seek help, and how treatment can get you back on track—and back to work safely.

How Do Back Injuries Happen at Work?

Back injuries can happen in all kinds of jobs—not just heavy labor. Some of the most common causes include:

• Lifting or moving heavy objects

• Slips, trips, or falls

• Poor posture or improper lifting technique

• Repetitive motion or overuse

• Sitting or standing for long periods without proper support

Sometimes, an injury happens suddenly, like a fall or a sharp twist. Other times, the pain builds slowly over time—until one day, it’s too much to ignore.

Common Types of Work-Related Back Injuries

🟢 Muscle Strains and Sprains – These happen when muscles or ligaments are stretched or torn.

🟢 Herniated or Bulging Discs – A disc in your spine slips out of place, pressing on nearby nerves and causing pain, tingling, or weakness.

🟢 Sciatica – This nerve pain radiates from your lower back down through your legs, often caused by disc or nerve issues.

🟢 Spinal Misalignment – Poor posture, overuse, or impact can throw your spine out of alignment, leading to chronic discomfort.

When Should You Seek Help?

If you’ve hurt your back at work—or notice pain that’s getting worse—you shouldn’t wait. Back injuries often get worse over time if not treated properly.

Here are signs it’s time to get professional help:

✅ Pain that lasts more than a few days
✅ Difficulty standing, walking, or sitting for long periods
✅ Numbness or tingling in your legs or feet
✅ Pain that radiates down your leg (possible sciatica)
✅ Trouble sleeping or doing everyday activities
✅ You’ve filed a workers’ comp claim or plan to

How Ohio Therapy Centers Can Help

We specialize in helping people recover from back injuries caused by workplace accidents and repetitive stress. Our team provides:

✔️ Chiropractic Care – Helps realign the spine and relieve pressure on nerves.
✔️ Physical Rehabilitation – Strengthens muscles, improves posture, and supports long-term healing.
✔️ Massage Therapy – Eases tension, reduces pain, and increases circulation.
✔️ Personalized Treatment Plans – We tailor care to your specific injury and job needs.

We also work with workers’ compensation cases, helping you document your injury, communicate with your doctor, and get the treatment you need to feel better and return to work safely.

Don’t Let a Back Injury Ruin Your Routine—Get Help Now

If you’re experiencing back pain after a work injury—or just know something doesn’t feel right—don’t wait until it gets worse. Early care makes all the difference in your recovery.

📞 Call Ohio Therapy Centers today at 1-833-253-2020 to schedule your FREE consultation

We’ll help you heal the right way—so you can get back to work and back to life without pain.