Low Back

What Causes Low Back Pain?
Your low back is a vulnerable area, constantly under the strain of supporting your upper body. Poor posture, injuries, wear and tear, hereditary weakness, or excess weight can cause a variety of painful low back problems.

Your low back is one of the three natural curves of your spine. If that area lacks strength or flexibility, your entire back loses support. This can put pressure on joints, nerves, and discs.

How Does a Chiropractor Treat Low Back Pain?
Your doctor of chiropractic is uniquely qualified to restore the health of your spine. Special chiropractic techniques may relieve the pressure that is causing your low back pain.
Spinal Adjustments
After locating the misaligned vertebrae in your back, your chiropractor manually applies gentle pressure and repositions the vertebrae. These adjustments can help restore alignment, improve mobility, and relieve pain and stiffness.

Related Treatment
Your chiropractor may recommend other types of treatment for strengthening your low back muscles and relieving tension and pain. Those treatments may include moist heat, ice packs, traction, or stretching and strengthening exercises. Your chiropractor can discuss these with you.
What Can I Do to Keep My Back in Shape?
Smart Support
Boost your back health and your overall health by using good posture, staying active, eating right, and taking time to relax. Talk with your chiropractor about exercises for strengthening your back. And when you lift or move, keep your back in mind.

Spinal Checkups
Just as you need regular dental exams, you also need regular spinal exams. Even if you don't have symptoms, chiropractic care is one of the best ways to help prevent spinal problems. Your doctor of chiropractic can help you and your family maintain healthier lives free of low back pain.