Fear of Back Pain?

At Bay Area Wellness, we understand the fear that comes with having back pain. Often times you are afraid to move, seek treatment, even asking questions such as “Can a chiropractor make my back pain worse?”

Chiropractic care and spinal manipulation are considered non-invasive, safe, and effective methods for helping to treat and alleviate acute and chronic back pain.

Causes of Back Pain

Back pain can show itself in many different ways, including but not limited to muscle ache, shooting or stabbing pain, pain that radiates down your leg, or pain that worsens with bending, lifting, standing or walking.

The following are signs that it’s time to see a chiropractor about your back pain.

• Your back pain began because of sudden trauma, like a car accident or slip and fall.
• Your pain doesn’t go away.
• You are experiencing severe pain at night.
• You have weakness in your legs.
• Constant pain that is getting worse.
• You are experiencing abdominal pain that accompanies back pain.
• Numbness in the inner thighs or buttock.
• Tingling in the legs.
• Problems with balance.
• When you bend or flex the back, the pain becomes worse.

Chiropractic Treatment for Back Pain

A chiropractic adjustment or manipulation is a common and effective treatment for back pain. The objective of chiropractic treatment is to increase the backs range of motion, improve function, and reduce nerve irritability. In addition to regular adjustments, chiropractors can offer additional therapeutic services such as massage therapy, cold laser therapy, electrical muscle stimulation, heat and ice therapy, strength building exercise techniques, and dietary management plans.

Chiropractic care can be a non-invasive option for individuals struggling with back pain. If surgery is required, following the surgery with regular exercise and chiropractic care can ensure a full recovery and allow for further healing. Contact Bay Area Wellness to begin your journey to a pain-free life.

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