Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek help from a chiropractor. It can make everyday activities such as sitting, standing, walking, exercising, working, or even getting a good night’s sleep more difficult.
If you are experiencing low back pain, stiffness, limited movement, or discomfort that travels into the buttock or leg, you may be wondering whether chiropractic care could help.
At Fresh Start Chiropractic in Linwood, NJ, Drs. Jennifer and John Fresh evaluate the spine and musculoskeletal system to determine what may be contributing to your symptoms and whether chiropractic care is appropriate.
We proudly serve patients from Linwood, Northfield, Egg Harbor Township and surrounding South Jersey communities.
What Causes Low Back Pain?
Low back pain can develop for many different reasons.
Lifting, repetitive activities, prolonged sitting, exercise, changes in activity, injuries, or simply moving in a way your body isn’t accustomed to can contribute to back pain.
Sometimes the joints of the spine and surrounding tissues are not moving normally, which can affect how the area functions.
Because there are many possible causes of low back pain, a proper examination is important before deciding what type of care makes sense.
When Should You See a Chiropractor for Low Back Pain?
A chiropractic evaluation may be appropriate if your low back pain:
- Keeps coming back
- Makes it difficult to move normally
- Interferes with work, exercise or everyday activities
- Is accompanied by stiffness or restricted movement
- Travels into the buttock or leg
- Started after lifting, exercising or an injury
- Has not improved as you expected
A chiropractor can evaluate your spine, movement and surrounding structures to determine whether chiropractic care may be appropriate for your condition.
Can Chiropractic Care Help Low Back Pain?
Chiropractic care focuses on the relationship between the spine, joints, movement and musculoskeletal function.
Depending on your examination findings, treatment may include specific chiropractic adjustments and other techniques designed to improve joint movement and function.
At Fresh Start Chiropractic, care may include manual and instrument-assisted adjustments, drop-table techniques, SOT blocking, flexion-distraction and muscle work.
The goal is to determine what your body needs rather than simply applying the same treatment to everyone with back pain.
What About Low Back Pain That Travels Into the Leg?
Sometimes low back problems are accompanied by symptoms that extend into the buttock, thigh or leg.
This may be described as sciatica, although not every symptom traveling into the leg is necessarily sciatica.
Because leg pain, numbness, tingling or weakness can have different causes, these symptoms should be evaluated carefully.
A chiropractor can determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate or whether additional medical evaluation or referral is needed.
Do You Have to Wait Until Your Back Hurts?
Not necessarily.
At Fresh Start Chiropractic, we believe chiropractic care can be about more than responding to pain.
Your spine is designed to move, and your ability to move comfortably and normally affects many parts of everyday life.
Many people think about taking care of their spine only after something begins to hurt. But maintaining spinal mobility and function can also be part of a proactive approach to health.
Just as you don’t brush your teeth only when they hurt, you don’t necessarily have to think about your spine only when something hurts.
Regular chiropractic care may become part of a person’s overall approach to staying active and maintaining good spinal health.
When Should Back Pain Be Evaluated by a Medical Professional?
Most back pain does not require emergency care, but some symptoms should not be ignored.
Seek prompt medical evaluation for loss of bladder or bowel control.
Looking for a Chiropractor for Low Back Pain in Northfield or Linwood, NJ?
If you are searching for a chiropractor in Northfield, NJ, a chiropractor in Linwood, NJ, or chiropractic care for low back pain in South Jersey, Fresh Start Chiropractic is conveniently located at 6 Shore Road in Linwood.
Drs. Jennifer and John Fresh have more than 20 years of experience helping people improve their spinal health, movement and function.
If low back pain or stiffness is affecting your everyday life, contact Fresh Start Chiropractic to schedule an evaluation and find out whether chiropractic care may be right for you.
Fresh Start Chiropractic
6 Shore Road
Linwood, NJ 08221
609-926-8900