A physical therapist with training in musculoskeletal diagnosis and treatment may be helpful with:

• Identifying specific muscle or disc problems.
• Customizing an exercise program for recovery and long-term prevention.
• Teaching you how to lift properly to avoid reinjuring or aggravating your back.
• Helping you improve your posture, which can help you avoid stressing a disc in the future.
• Providing various therapy treatments if you aren't improving.
• Helping you learn to manage pain.