On February 15, the American Physical Therapy Association will sponsor national toll-free hotline to address back pain among baby boomers.

Back pain is common among boomers but they may be less likely to accept the changes that come with age; changes like chronic low back pain and osteoarthritis. The APTA believes that physical therapy intervention can identify pain-causing behaviors, such as poor posture or improper exercise techniques. Physical therapy can also improve the range of motion in aging joints, increase muscle strength and cardiovascular endurance while decreasing pain for boomers leading active lives.

Back pain among baby boomers will be the subject of the hotline with physical therapists on hand to answer questions about injury prevention, exercise and ways to prevent back pain.

The toll-free number is 1-877-NEED-A-PT (633-3278) and will be available on Thursday, February 15, from 9:00am until 5:00pm EST.

American Physical Therapy Association