Restoration ChiropracticChiropractor for Back Pain

Whether through stress and strain, injury or accident, most people suffer with back pain in one form or another. When back pain is severe or becomes chronic, affecting everyday simple functioning such as walking, sitting and standing, chiropractic care offers an effective and drug-free alternative to eliminating back pain problems at their source. A certified Restoration Chiropractic practitioner provides thorough evaluations, diagnosis and customized treatments for a full range of back problems that may include:

• Degenerative disc and joint disease
• Arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Disc herniation
• Osteoporosis
• Osteopenia
• Sciatica
• Sacroiliac joint pain
• Upper back pain
• Neck pain
• Lower back pain

When to See a Chiropractor for Back Pain

Early diagnosis and treatment for back pain and all musculoskeletal conditions is important, so as to avoid more serious problems and prevent additional injuries. Even so-called "mild" back pain is best addressed promptly with a chiropractic consultation to treat back problems before they evolve into more serious problems. A Restoration Chiropractic chiropractor uses a variety of diagnostic methods that include posture assessment and x-rays. Previous x-rays, MRI and CT scans will also be reviewed if available and needed. Treatment techniques include spinal adjustments, along with home tractioning and posture exercises. Our tailored chiropractic care plan can complement recommendations made by other health care providers who are also treating your back pain problem.

Treating Back Pain Problems

Although many people treat back pain with a variety of pain medications, chiropractic therapies are aimed at eliminating the underlying cause of the problem as opposed to merely treating or masking symptoms only. Restoration Chiropractic provides a range of treatments for back pain problems that include:

Spinal Manipulation

A fundamental technique in all chiropractic care, the Restoration Chiropractic chiropractor is trained and extensively experienced with offering the most advanced methods of spinal manipulative therapy. It is a non-invasive drug-free alternative that can heal and eliminate severe and chronic back pain problems related to a variety of conditions. Spinal manipulations, also known as adjustments, are a hands-only method that may sometimes include the use of specialty instruments to apply varying degrees of pressure. This is done only following a complete clinical evaluation of your condition and specific needs. Additional Restoration Chiropractic techniques used to address back pain issues include:

• High velocity low amplitude thrust – Used to relieve pain in a specific area.
• Functional technique - a Restoration Chiropractic chiropractor will apply measured pressure to release a joint.
• Articulatory – a Restoration Chiropractic chiropractor gently works joints through repetitive movement to release tension and increase mobility.
• Table adjustments – A milder and gentler form of spinal manipulation, this technique uses specialty tables with moveable parts to minimize the pressure and thrust of a spinal adjustment.
• Flexion distraction technique – For disc pain that radiates to the legs, this chiropractic technique stretches the spine to provide relief from pain and muscle tension. Restoration Chiropractic includes specialized equipment designed for this purpose that uses a flexing function to increase space between discs and reposition the cushioning between them.
• Activator or Integrator - These handheld tools provide adjustments by vibration in the joint as opposed to mechanical motion.

Consult with a Restoration Chiropractic back pain specialist to learn more about a variety of chiropractic care solutions to relieve acute or chronic pain that also may include:

• Physical rehabilitation exercises and therapies
• Lifestyle recommendations
• Stress management and more