Pain in the back is one of the most common issues, and it accounts for a high percentage of missed days at work. If you are one of the millions suffering from back pain, Dr. David Odorisio at Greater McDonough Chiropractic in McDonough, GA, offers personalized care to get you out of pain and back to life more quickly.
Treating Pain in the Back with Chiropractic Care
Back problems and pain can stem from many things and range in severity. However, one of the most common aspects is that people just want it to go away.
Unfortunately, many continue to suffer, thinking that it will go away on its own. Others are afraid that relief can only come in the form of addictive medication or surgery. Such misconceptions leave too many people in pain and feeling hopeless.
Sadly, pain in the back usually comes from some type of musculoskeletal injury that requires treatment. It doesn’t typically go away by itself, and avoiding treatment can exacerbate the issue.
The good news, however, is that relief is possible without surgery or medication. Dr. Odorisio and the team at Greater McDonough Chiropractic in McDonough, GA, share where back pain comes from and how chiropractic care can offer natural and lasting relief.
Causes of Pain in the Back
Your back has several components, including the bones, the discs that cushion those bones, the muscles and connective tissues that support your movements and your spine, and nerves that control bodily functions. Sudden incidents such as car accidents and sports accidents can wreak havoc on each of these components, as can daily activities like repetitive lifting and sitting with poor posture. Such incidents, activities, and habits can lead to:
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Spinal misalignment
- Nerve compression
- Tension
- Sprains and strains
Chiropractic Techniques for Treating Pain in the Back
Every chiropractic patient is different and has different needs. The techniques used are chosen according to the individual. Additionally, techniques are combined to ensure optimal relief and spinal health are achieved. Some of the most effective techniques used include the following.
- Spinal adjustments, which focus on restoring alignment
- Spinal decompression, which creates space in the spinal column through gentle stretching motions to relieve disc pressure and nerve compression
- Therapeutic exercises, which stretch and strengthen the spine’s support muscles, as well as address posture issues
- Electrical muscle stimulation, which relieves tension and muscle spasms, as well as stimulates healing in the tissues
No matter the cause of your back pain, Dr. Odorisio and the team at Greater McDonough Chiropractic in McDonough, GA, are dedicated to helping you experience relief. Call (770) 898-3670 to schedule an appointment today.