Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek chiropractic care, and for good reason. It is also one of the conditions that responds best to chiropractic treatment when the underlying cause is properly identified and addressed.
Dr. Jeff Brown has been diagnosing and treating back pain in Greenville for over 40 years and has seen just about every presentation of spinal pain there is.
What Causes Back Pain?
Back pain is not a diagnosis. It is a symptom, and the underlying cause matters enormously when it comes to choosing the right treatment.
Common causes of back pain that respond well to chiropractic care include:
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Spinal misalignment and joint dysfunction
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Disc injuries including herniated and bulging discs
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Muscle strains and ligament sprains
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Sciatica and lumbar nerve compression
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Degenerative disc disease and arthritis
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Spinal stenosis
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Facet joint syndrome
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Postural problems from prolonged sitting or repetitive movement
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Auto accident and work-related injuries
Why Getting the Diagnosis Right Matters
A lot of back pain patients have been treated for years without lasting relief because the treatment was not matched to the actual cause of their pain. Dr. Brown's approach starts with a thorough examination and an accurate diagnosis before any treatment begins.
He reviews your history, assesses your spinal alignment and range of motion, performs orthopedic and neurological testing, and takes x-rays when indicated. That information drives everything that follows.
How We Treat Back Pain
Treatment for back pain at Brown Chiropractic Center is built around what your examination actually shows rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol. Depending on your diagnosis, care may include hands-on chiropractic adjustments using Gonstead, Diversified, or Cox disc distraction techniques, low-force Activator adjustments, cold laser therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, high voltage galvanism, or lumbar traction.
The right combination depends entirely on what is causing your pain and how your body responds to care.
Acute vs. Chronic Back Pain
Whether your back pain came on suddenly or has been present for months or years, chiropractic care can help. Acute back pain that is addressed promptly tends to resolve more quickly and completely. Chronic back pain that has been present for a long time may require a more extended course of care, but many patients who have been dealing with ongoing pain for years find significant and lasting relief with the right treatment approach.
When to Seek Care
If you are dealing with back pain that is limiting your daily activities, affecting your sleep, or has not improved on its own within a few days, it is worth getting evaluated. Back pain that is accompanied by numbness or tingling into the legs, weakness in the legs, or any loss of bladder or bowel function should be evaluated promptly.
Dr. Brown will give you an honest assessment of what is going on and what chiropractic care can and cannot do for your specific situation.
