Lower Back Pain Treatment at Fit For Action

Lower back pain can lead to loss of mobility. It is a leading cause of missed work days and forms the basis of numerous disability claims. However, low back pain does not have to get the better of you. You can receive effective drug-free treatment for acute or chronic pain at Fit For Action in Cooper City, FL. Dr. Diego Kostzer, our licensed chiropractor, has years of expertise providing relief, corrective, and restorative care for back pain. Chiropractic spinal manipulation or adjustment is a natural, non-invasive treatment performed at our clinic to relieve the pain and restore the integrity of the spine.    

Common Causes of Lower Back Pain 

The lumbar or lower back spine is strong and flexible. It is made up of joints, bones, spinal discs, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. But it can get injured or misaligned (subluxation) due to poor posture, injuries, or medical conditions. Common low back pain causes are:

• Work or sport injury
• Auto accident injury
• Repetitive use injury
• Muscle strains or sprains
• Sciatica 
• Scoliosis 
• Osteoarthritis 
• Pinched nerve roots
• Herniated or bulging disc
• Degenerative disc disease

Low Back Pain Symptoms 

Pain affecting the lower back can be mild, moderate, or severe, acute or chronic. It can come and go or persist and prevent you from walking, sitting, or bending. Symptoms depend on the root cause of the pain but usually include:

• A sharp stabbing or dull aching pain
• Stinging or burning sensation
• Numbness, tingling, or weakness
• Pain radiates to the buttock, hip, leg, or feet (sciatic nerve pain) 

Diagnosing Pain in the Lower Back

Our chiropractor will do a medical evaluation and thorough physical examination to diagnose your pain. It will involve testing muscle strength, reflexes, and range of motion. The doctor will also X-ray the spine to check for signs of injury, inflammation, and spinal irregularities.

How Our Chiropractor Treats Lower Back Pain 

Treatment for low back pain typically involves chiropractic adjustments to correct problems affecting the spine. Spinal manipulation uses the gentle force of hand or instrument-based thrusts to adjust the spine. This helps relieve pressure on the nerves and shift herniated or bulging discs back into their position. Manipulation along with massage therapies and corrective exercises help to relieve pain, reduce inflammation and joint stiffness, improve flexibility, and stimulate soft tissue healing.

Low back pain treatment in Cooper City is a phone call away!

The gentle chiropractic care performed at Fit For Action in Cooper City, FL, is an effective tool for managing pain. It provides lasting pain relief without exposing you to the side effects of drugs or the risk of back surgery. Call us today at 954-432-5775 to book your appointment or use our online appointment form.