Back pain is one of the most common health problems worldwide, affecting approximately 540 million people each year, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Low back pain is more common among women than men and tends to particularly affect people between the ages of 30 and 50. Without effective interventions and proper education, the incidence of back pain is expected to increase, affecting including children due to sedentary lifestyles and incorrect posture.
From an economic and social point of view, back pain is one of the main causes of work incapacity and absenteeism, having a major impact on productivity and quality of life.
To address this problem, on September 9, on the occasion of World Physiotherapy Day, patients from Romania and the diaspora are invited to participate in a free online event, entitled Stop Back Pain. The event is carried out by the first online assisted physiotherapy platform in Romania, it aims to educate and inform patients about non-invasive methods of managing low back pain, without the use of drugs or surgical interventions.
The event will start at 19:00, a time specially chosen by the organizers to allow access to as many participants as possible, regardless of their location. Being an online event, it can be followed by Romanians from the whole country, but also by those from the diaspora.
“We created this event out of the desire to be aligned with other countries in the world and, moreover, to be close to Romanians from everywhere, in the country and abroad. We want to give them access to free information and services, through which they can improve their quality of life.”, says physiotherapist Alexandru Ilie.
Event Schedule:
The event will include presentations by renowned specialists from the medical world, who will address various aspects of low back pain management:
– Laura Vesa Ionescu, Physician Specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – will discuss the common causes of lower back pain and the importance of correct diagnosis.
– Alexandru Ilie, MPT – will provide a practical and comprehensive guide for patients suffering from back pain.
– Alexandru Pîndaru, Doctor Specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – will explore the role of electrotherapy in the relief of low back pain and its effectiveness in combination with other therapies.
– Andra Zaharia, Doctor Specialist in Medical Genetics and Nutritionist Expert – will address the complex link between inflammation, pain and nutrition, providing insights into personalized treatments.
– Andreea Robanțu, MPT – will present treatment methods for low back pain radiating down the leg, discussing recommended exercises and recovery techniques.
– Dr. Clarisa Giurcă, Psychologist and Psychotherapist – will examine the relationship between negative emotions and back pain, providing strategies for managing stress and improving emotional well-being.
Participants will have the opportunity to better understand the causes of low back pain and learn about the latest approaches in their treatment. Also, those present at the online event will benefit from free consultations, personalized online physiotherapy sessions and a second medical opinion on investigation files (MRI, CT, X-rays) – all these services are offered free of charge by the organizers.
