The Back2Life Machine is for chronic low back pain sufferers who desire to try something new to alleviate the pain. It uses a continuous passive motion to gently soothe any tight muscles in the back and release pressure built up in between vertebrae. Users lay on a flat surface and put their legs up on the comfortable unit, and the Back2Life machine does all the work for you -- slow, rhythmic movements. After using the machine, you may have an improvement in low back mobility, pain and pressure. Although Back2Life aims to relieve chronic low back pain, there are some people who should not use the machine. If you have one or more of these conditions, then you should not use the Back2Life:

• Pregnant
• Back surgery, including spinal fusion, in the last year
• Thigh surgery in the last six months
• Suffer from listhesis (spinal misalignment of grade II or above)
• Acute back/hip issues or severe pain
• Central pressure on the spinal cord with the following symptoms: poor balance,

urinary problems and numbness in both legs If you would like to try the Back2Life at PhysioFit, please consult a qualified physician beforehand, especially if you are suffering from low back pain with the evidence of underlying disease or abnormalities (i.e., malignancy), if your back pain is induced by a recognized, suspected or impending fracture, or if you suffer from any form of developing or new neurological deficit (drop foot, bladder dysfunction, etc.). The Back2Life machine can be used as an independent program. Each independent Back2Life program session is approximately 15-20 minutes long and costs $25, due at the time of service. If you would like more information, you may inquire at PhysioFit or check out Back2Life's official website.

If you have questions about any of these therapies, please feel free to contact us and speak with our office staff or a physical therapist.