Causes & Symptoms
The American Chiropractic Association reports about 80% of Americans experience back pain at some point in their life. While sports injuries and accidents can be a main cause, it’s also possible to suffer from back pain from simple movements or sleeping position. Symptoms can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain and can be accompanied by tingling, numbness or weakness.
Common causes of back pain:
- Auto accident injuries
- Siatica
- Herniated, bulging or slipped discs
- Sprain or strains
- Physical and psychological stress
- Arthritis
- Sports injuries
- Slips or falls
- Poor posture
- Lifting injury
Treatments
There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to back pain treatment. Our doctors will do a thorough evaluation of your symptoms and possible causes to determine treatment options. In addition to Chiropractic adjustments, we can recommend physical therapy, such as stretching and strengthening exercises, Laser Therapy, Myofascial Release Therapy and Neuromuscular Reeducation (NMR), to aid in your recovery.