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Lower Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms & Chiropractic Care
Understanding Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain is a common condition that affects many individuals, often interfering with daily activities and reducing quality of life. Understanding its causes, symptoms, and treatment options is crucial for effective pain management and recovery.
Common Causes of Lower Back Pain
- Muscle Strain: Overstretching or tearing of muscles due to heavy lifting or sudden movements.
- Ligament Sprain: Injury to the ligaments from improper lifting or awkward movements.
- Nerve Root Irritation: Compression or irritation of spinal nerves, often leading to sciatica.
- Disc Herniation: Bulging or rupture of spinal discs, causing nerve compression.
- Facet Joint Irritation: Inflammation or degeneration of the joints connecting vertebrae.
- Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing of the spinal canal, exerting pressure on nerves.
- Scoliosis: Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine.
- Repetitive Strain Injury: Damage from repetitive motions or overuse.
- Soft Tissue Swelling: Inflammation of muscles, tendons, or ligaments.
- Spinal Instability: Excessive movement between vertebrae.
- Osteoarthritis: Degeneration of joint cartilage and underlying bone.
- Tight Muscles: Muscle tension limiting flexibility and causing discomfort.
- Poor Posture: Slouching or improper alignment increasing spinal stress.
- Poor Gait: Abnormal walking patterns affecting spinal alignment.
- Trauma: Injuries from accidents or falls impacting the lower back.
- Joint Misalignment: Improper alignment of spinal joints.
- Poor Circulation: Reduced blood flow leading to muscle fatigue.
- Stiffness: Reduced flexibility in the lower back.
Symptoms of Lower Back Pain
- Localised or radiating pain
- Shooting or stabbing sensations
- Muscle spasms
- Leg pain, numbness, or tingling
- Limited range of motion
- Pain exacerbated by movement
- Muscle weakness
- Swelling in the affected area
- Difficulty walking or standing
- Audible clicking or popping from the spine
How Chiropractic Care Can Help
Chiropractic care provides an effective, non-invasive approach to managing lower back pain. Treatment plans are tailored to each individual’s condition and may include:
- Spinal Adjustments: Realigning vertebrae to improve function and alleviate pain.
- Specific Exercises and Stretches: Customised routines to enhance strength and flexibility.
- Posture and Lifestyle Advice: Guidance on maintaining proper posture and making lifestyle modifications to prevent recurrence.
Unsure whether a Chiropractor is right for you?
If you suffer from lower back pain, a new patient consultation is the best way to see if chiropractic care can help. Discuss your symptoms with a chiropractor, who will assess your condition and determine if treatment is right for you.
To start your journey to better health today, you can either call us 01773 000 000 or use the button below to check availability and book your new patient consultation online.