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The turkey has been eaten and the table cleared - but let's keep the conversation going! Here are some questions to start discussing low back pain with family and friends – whether in-person or on social media. - How long have you had low back pain? - What were you doing when it started? - What treatments did you try first? - What works best? - What doesn't help at all? -What do you wish someone had told you about low back pain when yours first started? - What do you think might trigger your low back pain the most—physical activity, stress, or something else? - Have you ever noticed that your back pain gets worse when you’re feeling anxious or stressed? What do you do to help manage that? - Have you tried anything new lately to stay active? - When your back is bothering you, how does it affect the rest of your day—your mood, your energy, or your ability to focus? - What’s something you’ve heard about low back pain that you’re not sure is true? - Are there things you're interested in trying or learning about to help manage or even prevent back pain? Find more information at bit.ly/lbprealities. #TalkTurkeyAboutLowBackPain #LowBackPainRealities #PainCollaborative #ChronicPain #PainAwareness #LivingWithPain #WholeHealth #IntegrativePainManagement #BioPsychoSocialCare #SolvePainTogether #IntegratedPainManagement #RightCareAtTheRightTime

Let’s talk turkey! Some people believe that life won’t be enjoyable with chronic low back pain. Key things to think about are focusing on the whole person – mind, body, and spirit. Also identifying personal goals that can be supported, such as getting back to work, walking through a grocery store, caring for pets, or finishing your degree. This Thanksgiving, let’s have real conversations about chronic low back pain, and think about how we can best support ourselves and our loved ones when we are hurting.  #TalkTurkeyAboutLowBackPain #LowBackPainRealities #PainCollaborative #ChronicPain #PainAwareness #LivingWithPain #WholeHealth #IntegrativePainManagement #BioPsychoSocialCare #SolvePainTogether #IntegratedPainManagement #RightCareAtTheRightTime

Let’s talk turkey! A common belief is that only doctors can effectively treat my low back pain. The truth is, other trained providers—such as nurses, physical therapists, chiropractors, occupational therapists, acupuncturists, health coaches, massage therapists and yoga therapists—can also offer effective approaches for relief. This Thanksgiving, let’s have real conversations about finding the right care for low back pain. Knowing the full range of experts who can help you is important. #TalkTurkeyAboutLowBackPain #LowBackPainRealities #PainCollaborative #ChronicPain #PainAwareness #LivingWithPain #WholeHealth #IntegrativePainManagement #BioPsychoSocialCare #SolvePainTogether #IntegratedPainManagement #RightCareAtTheRightTime

Let’s talk turkey! A common belief is that there is one “right” way to fix low back pain. In reality, effective treatment often requires a personalized, multimodal approach that combines various strategies like spinal manipulation, physical and occupational therapy, lifestyle changes, pain management techniques, behavioral therapy, health coaching, massage, yoga therapy, and short-term use of appropriate medications. This Thanksgiving, let’s have real conversations about what impacts our pain—finding the right treatment approach for you can make a real difference . #TalkTurkeyAboutLowBackPain #LowBackPainRealities #PainCollaborative #ChronicPain #PainAwareness #LivingWithPain #WholeHealth #IntegrativePainManagement #BioPsychoSocialCare #SolvePainTogether #IntegratedPainManagement #RightCareAtTheRightTime

Let’s talk turkey! Many people believe that once low back pain starts, it will never get better. Things like acupuncture, spinal manipulation, exercise, physical therapy, and massage can help decrease your pain while your back is healing. This Thanksgiving, let’s have real conversations about what can help with low back pain—because you may be surprised by what will make a difference if you try something new. #TalkTurkeyAboutLowBackPain #LowBackPainRealities #PainCollaborative #ChronicPain #PainAwareness #LivingWithPain #WholeHealth #IntegrativePainManagement #BioPsychoSocialCare #SolvePainTogether #IntegratedPainManagement #RightCareAtTheRightTime

Let’s talk turkey! A common belief is that surgery is the best fix for back pain. In reality, most low back pain improves with non-surgical approaches. However, if you have symptoms like loss of bowel or bladder control, worsening leg weakness, or severe pain after an accident, it's essential to talk to your doctor. This Thanksgiving, let's have real conversations about managing ongoing low back pain. Understanding the best options can support a long-term, sustainable recovery. #TalkTurkeyAboutLowBackPain #LowBackPainRealities #PainCollaborative #ChronicPain #PainAwareness #LivingWithPain #WholeHealth #IntegrativePainManagement #BioPsychoSocialCare #SolvePainTogether #IntegratedPainManagement #RightCareAtTheRightTime

As we start gathering for the holidays, it’s nice to have some public awareness resources about low back pain in our pockets. There are downloadable tools at this link http://bit.ly/lbprealities #TalkTurkeyAboutLowBackPain #LowBackPainRealities

Let’s talk turkey! Steroid injections don’t address the underlying causes of low back pain. However, they may be able to temporarily reduce your pain, making it easier to engage in active treatments, like exercise, that support long-term recovery. Before an injection, first talk with a pain specialist to weigh the benefits against potential risks, such as infection, high blood sugar, high blood pressure, bleeding, and, in rare cases, nerve damage. This Thanksgiving, let’s have real conversations about low back pain. Movement is often your best choice.   #TalkTurkeyAboutLowBackPain #LowBackPainRealities #PainCollaborative #ChronicPain #PainAwareness #LivingWithPain #WholeHealth #IntegrativePainManagement #BioPsychoSocialCare #SolvePainTogether #IntegratedPainManagement #RightCareAtTheRightTime

Let’s talk turkey and clear up the confusion about rest and recovery. Rest may help for a day or two with new low back pain but beyond that it can actually make things worse, leading to stiffer joints and weaker muscles. In most cases, gentle movement is key to managing low back pain and preventing future episodes. Staying active through daily activities, walking, or light exercise can make a big difference. This Thanksgiving, let’s have real conversations about low back pain. Sometimes, the best thing for your back is to get up and move. #TalkTurkeyAboutLowBackPain #LowBackPainRealities #PainCollaborative #ChronicPain #PainAwareness #LivingWithPain #WholeHealth #IntegrativePainManagement #BioPsychoSocialCare #SolvePainTogether #IntegratedPainManagement #RightCareAtTheRightTime

Let’s talk turkey! Many people believe they need an MRI or x-ray to 'see' what’s wrong with their back. But unless you’ve had an accident, are experiencing worsening leg weakness, or your pain isn’t improving after 4-6 weeks, imaging is usually not necessary. This Thanksgiving, let’s have real conversations about when imaging is truly needed for low back pain. #TalkTurkeyAboutLowBackPain #LowBackPainRealities #PainCollaborative #ChronicPain #PainAwareness #LivingWithPain #WholeHealth #IntegrativePainManagement #BioPsychoSocialCare #SolvePainTogether #IntegratedPainManagement #RightCareAtTheRightTime