Back pain can make everyday activities, such as sitting at work, completing chores, and sleeping comfortably, more difficult. Whether your pain developed suddenly after an injury or has gradually gotten worse over time, chiropractic care may help address contributing factors and support better movement and function.
At the Health and Wellness Clinic, we offer individualized care designed to improve symptoms, support your overall health, and meet your goals. We focus on identifying potential sources of back pain and develop a treatment plan designed to help you move more comfortably.
Common Causes of Back Pain
A majority of adults experience back pain at some point in their lifetime. The back is a complex structure of muscles, ligaments, bones, and joints, and back pain can have many different causes.
Some common contributors include:
- Muscle strains and sprains
- Poor posture
- Repetitive movements
- Prolonged sitting
- Workplace injuries
- Sports injuries
- Auto accidents
- Spinal joint restrictions
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Degenerative changes
- Improper lifting
- Muscle imbalances
- Limited mobility
Sometimes back pain develops without one obvious cause. Daily habits, physical activity, previous injuries, and changes in mobility can all contribute to discomfort.
Types of Back Pain We Treat
You can feel pain in different areas of your spine. Chiropractic care can help patients experiencing:
Lower Back Pain — Many people seek chiropractic treatment for lower back pain. This discomfort can develop after lifting, exercising, sitting for long periods, or performing repetitive activities. You may feel an ache, spasms, or worsening pain and stiffness.
Upper and Mid-Back Pain — Pain between the shoulders or throughout the middle portion of the back often results from poor posture, muscle tension, repetitive movements, or limited spinal mobility. This pain can feel sharp, dull, throbbing, or tingling.
Back Pain After an Injury — Accidents, falls, sport injuries, and other types of trauma can affect the muscles, joints, and soft tissues surrounding the spine. An evaluation can help determine an appropriate course of care.
Back Pain that Travels Into the Leg — Some people experience back pain along with discomfort, tingling, numbness, or spasms that extend into the buttocks or leg. These symptoms are typically due to nerve irritation in the lower back and can worsen with movement.
What to Expect During Your Visit
Before we begin treating you, we will start with an evaluation to determine the extent of your back pain and decide the best treatment plan. We will discuss when the pain started, previous injuries, when your pain is worse, your level of physical activity, and whether you’re experiencing discomfort anywhere else, such as your legs.
Each patient is different, so we always focus on creating a personalized patient treatment plan designed to deliver effective, long-term relief. Back pain is one of the most common conditions we treat at the Health and Wellness Clinic, and we understand how this affects your day-to-day function. We will work hard to find the source of your pain and give you much-needed relief.
Manual Manipulation for Back Pain Relief
Patients with consistent back pain often find relief from our manual manipulation technique. Many individuals choose this treatment if they have been using medications for years and want an effective, long-term solution, not just pain management.
We have a variety of modalities that can reduce muscle tension and tightness, improve joint mobility and function, and give you relief from nerve irritation.
Other Treatments for Back Pain
Health and Wellness Chiropractic is focused on providing natural, effective ways to manage pain, relieve swelling, and improve your quality of life. Other treatment methods we offer include:
Soft-Tissue Therapy — We address tension and improve movement by targeting muscles and other soft tissues.
Stretching and Mobility Exercises — We give you appropriate exercises to help improve flexibility and range of motion.
Strengthening Exercises — Our team improves stability and functional movement by strengthening supporting muscles.
Posture and Ergonomic Guidance — We may provide recommendations for sitting, standing, lifting, sleeping, and working comfortably.
When Should You See a Chiropractor for Back Pain?
Consider scheduling an evaluation if back pain starts to interfere with your normal activities, exercise, work, or sleep, or if symptoms continue or repeatedly return.
You don’t have to wait until back pain becomes severe before seeking care. An evaluation can help identify potential contributing factors and determine whether chiropractic treatment is appropriate.
Take Steps Toward Better Back Health
Our goal at the Health and Wellness Clinic is to help patients of all ages move freely without pain. Our patients tell us their goals, and we design a treatment plan to fit their needs. Contact our office in Layton, Utah, to discuss your concerns. Our expert team is here to help you live a life without debilitating back pain.