Lower back pain management is crucial, given that the lifetime prevalence of low back pain is around 84%, with about 23% of individuals experiencing chronic low back pain.1
1. Balagué F, Mannion AF, Pellisé F, Cedraschi C. Non-specific low back pain. Lancet. 2012;379(9814):482-491. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(11)60610-7
Most cases of lower back pain are mechanical, stemming from issues with the spine, joints, and surrounding soft tissue structures. However, lower back pain can also be non-mechanical, caused by referred pain from other areas, or due to serious conditions such as infections or inflammatory diseases.
Chiropractic treatment of low back pain is done once referred pain and systemic disease have been ruled out. Imaging is generally not needed, although xrays are sometimes done to look for bony abnormality; other types of imaging are reserved for concerning or progressing pain with certain features. Various types of analgesia have mixed evidence, while movement like yoga and self-management, with appropriate support, shows the most benefit and is generally recommended over invasive treatments.2 Spinal manipulation has shown mixed benefits in studies and may help with both acute and chronic pain.
For personalised lower back pain management, book an appointment with us to explore the best strategies for relieving your discomfort and improving your overall function.
1. Will JS, Bury DC, Miller JA. Mechanical Low Back Pain. Am Fam Physician. 2018;98(7):421-428.
This creates movement in the restricted joint in order to improve range of motion and mobility in that joint.
This includes movement of joints through their range without reaching the point of adjustment.
Similar to, but lighter than an adjustment, using the chiropractic table
Applying vibration and rapid short bursts of pressure to a muscle using a massage gun.
We use silicone cups applied to the affected muscle. Certain movements are performed by the patient with the cups in place which creates suction that stimulates blood flow in these areas.
To strengthen the surrounding musculature.
Suffering from lower back pain can make daily activities difficult, which is why we use various chiropractic techniques tailored to each patient’s specific needs to provide relief. These may include adjustments, massage (soft tissue) therapy, and exercises to help strengthen the surrounding muscles to prevent future episodes of lower back pain.
Lower back pain can result from various factors, such as poor posture, injury, muscle strain, or underlying medical conditions. Dr Kirill emphasises the importance of an initial in-depth assessment to ensure he can pinpoint the cause of pain and treat conditions likely to benefit from chiropractic care.
There are a few measures that you can implement at home and at work: make sure that proper form and techniques are used when lifting heavy objects; exercise regularly to keep your core and leg muscles (especially glutes) strong; dedicate time to working on stretching and mobility of areas that are lacking; take regular breaks if you have a desk job to get up and move; and avoid excess weight gain, as this will add stress to the lower back.
At any stage of pain or discomfort, a chiropractor is worth seeing to determine what treatment might help. Chiropractic care is beneficial in relieving acute pain in the initial phase of injury.
If you are experiencing any of the following, chiropractic care may help:
A problem in the lower back can manifest in various ways. These may include a sharp, shooting sensation or a dull, achy feeling. Some people experience constant pain, while others may find their pain triggered by specific movements like bending forward, turning to the side, lying on their back, or standing up from a chair. Other symptoms can include numbness, pins and needles in one or both legs and a loss of balance.
You might also have no low back pain but struggle with stiffness and flexibility or want to improve movement to enable sports or everyday life performance.
If you’re struggling with lower back pain, book an appointment with us to explore effective lower back pain management strategies tailored to your needs.
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