Low Back Pain or Sciatica Relief
Lowback Pain or Sciatica
Low back pain is common. It can be a dull ache, sharp spasm, or stiffness that limits your movement. It also can refer pain into the hips and/or down the leg.
Sciatica is more known for pain that radiates down the thigh.
Why Am I Experiencing Back Pain?
Low back pain and sciatica starts various ways, sometimes the onset is sudden, such as after heavy lifting and twisting. At other times, it develops gradually, with poor posture, overuse, and daily wear and tear being common causative factors.
Inflammation and muscle spasm cause the pain. This a natural part of the healing process. Chiropractic adjustment supports your natural healing process.
Common Causes That We Treat
- Poor posture (desk work, tech neck, long hours sitting)
- Muscle strains or ligament sprains
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Tension caused by stress
- Sports injuries or overuse
- Auto accidents and whiplash
- Back discomfort related to pregnancy
- Spinal misalignments (subluxations)
There is no need to suffer. Whether back pain is something recent for you or it has been around for quite a while, we want to help restore your comfort and strength.
How Chiropractic Helps Low Back Pain/Sciatica
- Spinal Adjustments: With gentle yet precise movements, Dr. Dave applies the spinal adjustment to restore movement, reset the nervous system,
- Postural Analysis: We analyze your posture to discover how it leads to your discomfort and then help you correct these patterns for the future.
- Massage/Soft Tissue Work: Muscle tightness often contributes to tension in the spine. Muscle release techniques are used to relieve these stresses.
- Exercise and stretching instructions.
- Lifestyle Recommendations: Lifting technique, proactive self care exercises
- Whole-Body Balance: We look at the whole spine, body mechanics, as well as the nervous system for your complete healing and functioning health.