Fix Back Pain From Home

Book a live-video evaluation to diagnose & start treating your pain.  Free for new patients. 

Physical therapist Dr. Brandon Launstein, DPT evaluating a patient's low back pain.

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Book Your Free Back Pain Physical Therapy Evaluation

Book a live-video evaluation to diagnose and start treating your low back pain with a physical therapist. Free for new patients.

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How Online PT Works

Mark was a busy business owner who needed a time-efficient way to fix his back pain.

This video walks you through every step of his rehab journey. Here's a summary:

  • No missed work: All appointments completed after 8pm
  • 65% improvement in pain in 7 days
  • Rehab done entirely from home
Desktop version: 5-star Google review for Dr. Brandon Launstein, DPT, founder of the Lumbar Performance Institute. 40 year history of pain. Experienced relief within 1 week and full pain resolution within 10 weeks.
Mobile version: 5-star Google review for Dr. Brandon Launstein, DPT, founder of the Lumbar Performance Institute. 40 year history of pain. Experienced relief within 1 week and full pain resolution within 10 weeks.

Not Sure If Online PT Is Right For You?

Answer a few questions, and I’ll send you a video response explaining what’s likely causing your low back pain, whether it can be treated from home, and what treatment may involve.

Screenshots showing the video patients will receive which explains the likely cause of their back pain / sciatica and what treatment will include.

Example screenshots of video sent

Meet Your Physical Therapist

Dr. Brandon Launstein, back pain and sciatica physical therapist.

Dr. Brandon Launstein, DPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

(And Dad Of 3)

I founded the Lumbar Performance Institute after spending 7 years as a Physical Therapist in the U.S. Army, where I provided remote PT to hundreds of deployed Soldiers.

I have a Doctorate of Physical Therapy, am board-certified in Orthopaedics, and hold additional certifications in the McKenzie Method, Strength & Conditioning, and more.

Google review summary showing Dr. Brandon Launstein, DPT as a 5-star top rated provider for treating low back pain and sciatica in 2026.
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What To Expect


1. Diagnose The Root Cause

We'll start by discussing your pain history and performing a movement assessment to determine the root cause of your symptoms.

Screenshot of the physical therapist Dr. Brandon Launstein performing an online physical therapy exam with a patient with low back pain and sciatica.

2. Rapid Relief

Next, we'll test which self-treatment technique is the best for you. Roughly 85% of patients experience a meaningful reduction in their symptoms during our initial appointment.

Screenshot of the physical therapist Dr. Brandon Launstein guiding a patient with low back pain through a physical therapy treatment.

3. Rehab On Your Schedule

Finally, you'll receive a rehab plan designed to fully resolve your pain and keep it away for good. You'll complete your exercises on your own schedule — at home or in the gym — with unlimited 24/7 access to me for questions, form review, and follow-up appointments.

Example physical therapy exercise program to fix sciatica pain.

New Patients Receive a Free Evaluation + Treatment Session


Continued care is $95/week and includes unlimited follow-ups + 24/7 support.

No long-term commitment. Continue care as long as you need.

Jennifer's Story: No More Radiating Back Pain

Jennifer was a busy stay-at-home-mom who had back pain radiating into her hip for over 4 years despite trying multiple forms of treatment.

Here were her results with online PT:

  • 75% improvement in pain in 10 days with 100% pain-relief in 2 months
  • Only 3 live-video appts needed
  • Rehab done in her garage gym
5-star Google review from Jennifer Hamilton: great relief of radiating low back pain with Lumbar Performance Institute physical therapy, highly recommended.

FAQs

Can You Diagnose My Back Pain Without Seeing Me In-Person?

Yes. For the vast majority of people, a detailed history and movement assessment are all that's needed to accurately identify the cause of back pain.

As an Army physical therapist providing remote PT to deployed Soldiers, I've spent years diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries without relying on a hands-on exam.

Can You Treat My Back Pain Without Seeing Me In-Person?

Yes. In fact, many of my patients report better results with online care than they've ever experienced in a traditional in-person clinic.

That's because with me, you get:

✓ Flexible Appointments: Available 7 days a week and as late as 10:30 PM ET to fit your schedule.

✓ Unlimited 24/7 Direct Access: Message me anytime with questions, concerns, or updates instead of waiting until your next appointment.

✓ Immediate Relief + Lasting Results: I’ll teach you self-mobilization techniques for fast, on-demand pain relief, along with mobility and strength exercises that fully resolve your pain and keep it away for good.

Can You Treat Other Areas Of The Body?

Yes! I actually started my online physical therapy practice treating all areas of the body.

Just let me know what else you have going on during your evaluation and we'll discuss the details.

How Quickly Will I See Results?

Roughly 85% of patients experience a meaningful reduction in their symptoms during their initial appointment.

The timeline for full recovery depends on your personal history and severity of your condition. Some patients are completely pain-free within days, while others with more complex cases take a few months.

The most common progression is a ~50% reduction in pain within the first 1–2 weeks, with full symptom resolution within 6–8 weeks.

During your initial appointment, I’ll give you a realistic timeline for how long your condition will likely take to resolve based on your specific situation.

Do You Offer Personal Training?

Yes!

I offer whole-body personal training as an add-on to your physical therapy plan of care or as an ongoing service after we've resolved your back pain.

My personal training is focused on function, not aesthetics. We focus on building whole-body strength, improving cardiovascular health, and preventing injuries. You’ll gain muscle and lose fat along the way, but those are by-products — not the focus.

If you're interested just let me know during one of your appointments, and we'll discuss the details!

What Equipment Do I Need?

For most people, no equipment is required. If you're a more advanced athlete, we'll tailor your plan around the equipment you have at home or at your local gym.

You can join your video call from your phone or laptop. We use HIPAA-compliant telehealth software that requires no downloads and is just as easy to use as FaceTime.

Pricing

Your first appointment is completely free and includes both an evaluation and your first treatment session.

After that, ongoing care is $95/week. You’ll get a customized rehab plan that guides you through exactly what to do plus 24/7 access to me and unlimited follow-up appointments.

Weekly payments are HSA/FSA eligible.

There are no contracts or long-term commitments. You simply continue week-to-week based on your progress and goals. The first week is also 100% refundable if you change your mind.

For many patients, this ends up costing less than using insurance once copays, deductibles, and multiple in-person visits are taken into account.

Ready To Fix Your Back Pain?