How Does a Chiropractor Treat Low Back Pain?
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Chiropractic adjustments are highly beneficial for managing chronic back pain, mainly caused by herniated discs or other spinal misalignment. Low back pain is a common condition, but the symptoms and severity of the pain may vary greatly among patients. Chiropractor therapy, available in leading Brooklyn multispecialty healthcare centers, is now a widely recommended option for back pain. This hands-on treatment involves manipulating the joints and spine to help relieve the pain, as well as exercises to strengthen the back and prevent injury. It is also considered an ideal option to treat many neuro-musculoskeletal complaints, including neck pain, pain in the joints of the arms or legs, and headaches. Common causes of back pain include herniated disc, spinal joint degeneration, heavy or strenuous work, incorrect posture, sports injuries, and accidents, being overweight and a sedentary lifestyle. Osteoarthritis and spinal stenosis are the most common causes of lower back pain in older adults. Symptoms of back pain may include severe aching pain in the lower back after any activity, difficulty in moving, severe muscle spasms, and local soreness upon touch. Acute back pain occurs suddenly and usually resolves quickly. The pain is considered to be chronic if it lasts more than three months. Chiropractic treatment can address both these types of pain. Skilled chiropractors treat low back pain by applying pressure with their hands to the bones and surrounding tissues. Manual chiropractic adjustment may also involve the use of a special device to apply a gentle force to correct to misalignments and relieve pressure on the nerves and tissue structures. The adjustment process is as follows: ď‚Ž A high speed, short lever arm thrust is applied to a vertebra ď‚Ž This releases gases such as oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide, which eases the pressure on the joint ď‚Ž The patient experiences a relieving sensation with some minor discomfort for a short time if there is back muscle spasm
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To relax the patient, Ice application, rest, or electrical stimulation and massage may be performed before the spinal manipulation. The goal is to get the nervous system back in order, reduce nerve irritability, relieve low-back pain, restore normal structure and function, and improve physical function. Chiropractic care is used in conjunction with other strategies such as physical therapy, epidural steroid injections, massage, and Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS).
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You can be assured of safe and effective chiropractic care in a professional Brooklyn healthcare center. Experienced chiropractors will conduct a thorough assessment of your medical history and a physical exam in order to identify the root cause of your back pain. Diagnostic imaging tests such as X-rays or CT scan may be recommended to confirm diagnosis. Based on the results of the evaluation, they will work with other specialists such as neurologists, orthopedic experts and physical therapists, to provide you with a personalized treatment plan to help to manage pain and optimize your overall health and well-being.
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