Lower Back Pain
Considering that 80 percent of Americans have experienced (or will experience) back pain, it’s clear why this debilitating condition leads to approximately 264 million lost workdays annually. When you're grappling with excruciating pain at the base of your spine, engaging in physical labor or even handling many sedentary office tasks becomes a challenge, not to mention being unable to enjoy a comfortable and productive home life. The encouraging news is that you don't have to allow lower back pain to hold you back, and you don't need surgery or painkillers to find relief. Natural treatments can empower you to overcome your lower back pain.
**Why Do People Experience Lower Back Pain?**
Lower back pain is almost unavoidable at some stage in life. The lower back supports the entire upper body, which constitutes a significant amount of weight. An acute injury can lead to muscle tears, dislocated vertebrae, or herniated discs in the lower back. Continuous or repetitive strain resulting from a musculoskeletal imbalance or poor posture can result in chronic lower back strain.
Chronic lower back pain frequently arises due to natural changes in your body. For example, as you age, the spinal discs may begin to flatten and bulge, putting stress on vertebral joints and compressing major nerve roots. In the lower back, pinched sciatic nerve tissue can result in leg pain in addition to lower back discomfort. Spinal arthritis is another age-related factor contributing to lower back pain.
**Chiropractic Adjustments for Lower Back Pain: Techniques and Advantages**
A proficient chiropractor can often help individuals suffering from lower back pain avoid surgery or other drastic interventions. They can pinpoint any spinal alignment issues that may be exacerbating your symptoms. Gentle, targeted applications of force, whether performed manually or with instruments, can realign spinal components, relieving pressure on nerves and alleviating excess strain on muscles.
Chiropractors sometimes recommend additional non-invasive treatments to enhance the effectiveness of lower back adjustments. For instance, you might receive a holistic treatment plan that includes a combination of chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, massage, and lifestyle suggestions aimed at strengthening your lower back, boosting your flexibility, and reducing the likelihood of future back issues.
Are you interested in discovering more about non-surgical solutions for lower back pain? Get in touch with Balanced Care Pain Center at (405) 455-5778.