01/16/2026
9 Ways Exercise Helps Back Pain That Are Not Talked About Enough!
Improved immune system function.
Reduces fear of movement.
Improving Understanding of Back Pain and Movement.
Increases blood to improve oxygenation of painful areas.
Improves General Health.
Social Interaction Opportunities.
Improving Confidence.
Epigenetics (a single session of aerobic exercise can dramatically change gene expression, yes genes matter for pain!)
Metabolic Health ( excess body weight, poor vascular health, hormonal dysregulation can be positively impacted by exercise which can help pain!)
Having trouble with joint pain or tendonitis anywhere in the body, consider talking to your doctor about the benefits of exercise and PT for pain. Then give us a call at Augusta Health Physical therapy at 540-932-5935.