Here’s What Causes Low Back Pain… and It’s Not What You Think
If you’re wondering how Chiropractic can help with low back pain or looking for a Chiropractor who treats low back pain in Pitt Meadows, you’ve come to the right place!
The Bottom Line is this:
Yes, it’s true.
Low back pain is something that a majority of us – well over 80% of the world’s population – will deal with at some point in our lives.
It’s also true that a majority of this community have considered seeking low back pain treatment in Pitt Meadows, BC.
But, what causes low back pain exactly?
Most of us mistakenly think that any back pain we experience must be attributed to a single incident.
The time you picked up a box that was just a little bit too heavy.
The time you were hit square in the back with a baseball.
The time your best friend’s son decided to try The Rock’s (aka Dwane Johnson’s) infamous “People’s Elbow” on you while you were crouched down on the floor just trying to pick up some important papers (true story).
The truth is that it’s usually not just one incident contributing to your ongoing low back pain.
Let’s take a closer look at the low back and what you can do to turn the dial down on your nagging low back pain.
Why it Matters:
First, some fundamental anatomy.
Your low back is made up of 5 bones you’ll hear us refer to as the lumbar vertebrae, each with spinal discs in between them.
These bones protect your spinal cord which travels down through your spinal column and branches out to the left and right side in between each vertebrae.
Supporting the incredible structure that is your spine is a variety of ligaments, tendons, and muscles.
Knowing that, the “real” cause of your back pain is probably becoming clearer.
What Causes Low Back Pain:
As it turns out, low back pain often occurs because the stress on a particular area of your spine has outweighed your body’s ability to adapt to and handle that stress.
And, of course, if the stress on any one area of the spine becomes too great, then an injury may occur.
When it comes specifically to what causes low back pain, the most common low back pain related injuries are sprains and strains, spinal disc bulges and herniations, and facet joint issues (misalignments, adhesions, etc).
The good news is that, in most cases, these injuries can heal pretty quickly with the right care.
We’ve helped many people seeking low back pain treatment in Pitt Meadows just like you find natural relief from their low back pain right here in our practice.
To put that all together…
● Abnormal motion of the spinal joints and other structures in your low back can cause and contribute to ongoing low back pain.
● A double-blinded, randomized controlled trial found spinal adjustments to be more effective than NSAIDs for the care of low back pain.
● Research also strongly suggests that ongoing periodic chiropractic visits may prevent future episodes of low back pain.
Next Steps:
So, what can you do to relieve your low back pain?
What we’ve seen in our practice as far as what causes low back pain and how it should be treated aligns with what researchers have found.
The best way to reduce your risk of experiencing low back pain is to be proactive with your spinal health.
Daily movement, dynamic stretching, regular exercise, and ongoing periodic chiropractic adjustments are all examples of simple steps you can take to help keep your low back in tip-top shape.
And whether it’s been some time since your last adjustment, you’re finally ready for your first, or you’re looking for advice on the exercises and stretches that make the most sense for you, know that we’re here to help.
We provide naturally-based low back pain treatment in Pitt Meadows and more, and we’re here for you.
I will work with you to get you the individualized treatment needed to help you find relief.
Chiropractic is a safe and all-natural option for the care of low back pain and I’m always here to help you. I have worked with literally thousands of people who have been suffering with no answers or long term results over the last 16 years with great success (have a look at some of my 273 “5 Star Google Reviews) and just know that there is always help available.
So, if you or someone you know is experiencing low back pain or sciatica related back aches and pains and looking for natural and non-invasive Chiropractic Care in Pitt Meadows or any of the surrounding areas (Burnaby, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, Maple Ridge or Langley), please give us a call today.
We can do a Full Chiropractic Assessment to see where you are at and what you need and we can go from there. I’ll teach you a lot along the way too. Education is one of the most important things to me so we understand the “WHY.”
If you have any questions or would like to contact me, please reach out to me at info@harrisroadchiropractic.com and I will do my best to help! You can also send us a text to 604.465.7627. I’m looking forward to hearing from you. As always, I’ll do my best to see if I can help you!
Yours in Health,
Dr. Frank P. Antolcic A.Sc., B.Sc., DC