Lower, upper or mid-back pain constitutes any condition that causes pain, swelling or discomfort around the spine or muscles in your back. It is linked to a number of different issues that affect the spine, muscles, nerves, organs, or skin.
Back pain can and often does affect everybody at some point in their lives. Older people, people with physical occupations, people with degenerative diseases, and people with injuries are the most likely to experience back pain.
Back pain is also one of the most common reasons people seek chiropractic treatment. This type of non-invasive care focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, particularly those affecting the spine. Here are some common chiropractic treatment options for back pain:
Spinal Manipulation: This is a primary treatment method used by chiropractors. It involves applying controlled force to joints in the spine that have become restricted in their movement. This can help to improve the function of the spine and reduce pain.
Manual Therapy: This may include methods such as trigger point therapy, myofascial release, and massage. These therapies work to release tension in the muscles, which can contribute to back pain.
Therapeutic Exercise and Stretching: Chiropractors often recommend exercises and stretches that can help to strengthen the muscles around the spine, improve flexibility and mobility, and ultimately reduce back pain.
Spinal Decompression: This therapy involves stretching the spine using a traction table or similar device. It’s often used to treat conditions like herniated discs, sciatica, and degenerative disc disease.
Lifestyle Advice and Nutritional Counseling: Chiropractors also often provide guidance on lifestyle modifications, including diet and exercise, that can help manage back pain and improve overall health.
Our approach to treating back pain is unique and patient-centered. We believe that every patient is unique, hence, we craft personalized treatment plans that cater to individual health histories, symptoms, and recovery goals. The core of our chiropractic care usually involves manual therapy, including spinal manipulation and manual manipulation.
Research shows that few interventions can initiate back pain relief and healing like chiropractic adjustments can. In fact, a clinical trial published in the European Spine Journal showed a 72% success rate in treating sciatica-related symptoms using chiropractic adjustments.
Don’t let back pain hold you back from living your best life. Reach out to us at Integrated Chiropractic Clinic and book an appointment with Dr. Ryan Johnson today. Together, we can embark on a journey towards a healthier, pain-free life.