Low back pain can source from a number of causes, as well as range in severity. A low back injury can be mild and annoying and work up to severe and debilitating. In fact, at any given time, approximately millions of Americans experience low back pain or discomfort. Dull pain, achy pain, burning or spasming in the lower back is nothing to mess with.
Many Americans choose chiropractic care for lower back pain relief. Routine chiropractic care provides patients with low back pain treatment that's a safe, non-invasive, non-addictive alternative to prescription medications or over-the-counter pain medications (OTCs), which are commonly prescribed to patients to help them manage their pain and swelling.
Licensed chiropractors adjust the body to improve alignment, ease pain, and restore movement in the spine or joints. This is called spinal adjustment. Recent research shows that it can work as well to relieve pain and discomfort as drugs and surgery, and it is also safer.
The chiropractor gives the patient exercises to help improve alignment (posture) and prevent injury. He or she also promotes healthy behaviors such as quitting smoking and maintaining a healthy weight.
Chiropractors offer a variety of tests and treatments. The American Chiropractic Association urges patients to talk with their healthcare provider to make sure they are getting the tests and treatments they need.
Most people with lower-back pain don’t need imaging tests.
X-rays and other imaging tests usually don’t help your doctor diagnose and treat back pain. In fact, back pain usually goes away on its own in a matter of weeks.
These tests also:
Use radiation, which can build up over time and increase your risk of cancer.
May lead to unnecessary treatments, such as opioid pain-killers or surgery. These can increase your risks and costs
Below are some of the health benefits chiropractic care and chiropractic adjustments can provide patients with low back pain:
Reduced pain and discomfort
Decreased inflammation
Improved range of motion
Improved flexibility
Increased muscle tone and strength
To see if chiropractic care is right for your condition, the chiropractors will perform a consultation and examinations. Based on the findings of chiropractic exam and consultation, your doctor of chiropractic may elect to co-treat your low back pain with other healthcare professionals including massage therapists, physical therapists or other primary care physicians.
