Thursday, May 12, 2022

How Chiropractors Treat Lower Back Pain

 

How Chiropractors Treat Lower Back Pain

Our lower backs feel all of the weight of everything that we carry. Every twist, bend, and jolt can affect the lower vertebrae and the muscles. This means that pain can have a couple different sources, which will require different treatment. Dr. Jay McClanahan and the professionals of Dr. J. Chiropractic & Wellness Center can help Nitro, WV, area residents with treating their lower back pain.

What Are Causes of Lower Back Pain?

The lower back almost funnels all of the activity of the arms and back. The most common causes for lower back pain include:

  • Overuse/repeated use;
  • Improper posture;
  • Lifting too much;
  • Twisting while lifting; and
  • Accidents (home, auto, and work).

How Chiropractors Treat Lower Back Pain

Because more than one issue may be causing the back pain, chiropractors can use a few methods of treatment to attack multiple causes. Some of these include:

Chiropractic Adjustments

The vertebrae can become misaligned over time, regardless of preventative measures. Blunt, jarring actions, such as a fall or accident, almost always result in vertebrae moving. This will lead to the lower back muscles having to work harder to compensate for carrying the load of the back that the spine was intended to haul. 

By adjusting these vertebrae back into place, the weight will be redistributed to the spine and the muscles will be able to function as designed with a lighter load. 

Massage Therapy

Overused muscles can develop tenseness and inflammation. Not only can this be painful, but it can also restrict your mobility. 

Massage therapy releases the tension that has been building in the muscles. This improves the blood flow within the muscles, allowing oxygen and hydration to better regenerate the wear and tear the muscles have been experiencing. This will reduce the inflammation, pain, and stiffness.

Electrical Muscle Stimulation

Electrical muscle stimulation works by using electrical currents to rapidly tense and release a targeted area of muscle. This can reduce swelling and induces the body’s release of endorphins to improve healing to the area. 

If you are in the Nitro, WV, area and suffering from lower back pain, it is time to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jay McClanahan. Contact the professionals of Dr. J. Chiropractic & Wellness Center to schedule your consultation today.


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