Chiropractic Care for Lower Back Pain in Fort Worth, TX

Chiropractic Care for Lower Back Pain

Back problems, especially lower back pain, are common issues. According to the Health Policy Institute, about 65 million Americans have reported episodes of back pain. Eight percent of adults, which totals around 16 million individuals, suffer from chronic back problems. At R Family Chiropractic in Fort Worth, TX, we provide high-quality chiropractic solutions to help you get rid of lower back pain.

Possible Causes of Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is sometimes caused by an underlying condition or health issues. Possible causes of lower back pain include:

Muscle Strain

Continuous lifting of heavy objects or a sudden strenuous movement can put pressure on your back muscles, spinal tendons, and ligaments. When you are not well physically, strenuous activities make you more prone to back problems.

Ruptured Discs

Our bodies contain discs that act as cushions between the vertebrae of the spine. Discs contain soft material that can bulge or rupture, pressing on nerves and leading to back problems.

Arthritis

Arthritis, also known as osteoarthritis, can lead to lower back pain. When your spinal bones (vertebrae) lose proper motion, the joints between the bone tend to get stressed in an undue fashion. When this physical stress is chronic it can lead to excessive soft tissue breakdown within the joints (compressed discs) and bone growth (bone spurs). The best way to prevent this lack of mobility between your vertebrae is seeing a chiropractor regularly for proper alignment and motion.

A form of arthritis can produce narrowing of the canal of which the nerves and/or spinal cord passes through- this is called Spinal Stenosis. When the area around the nerve is tightened, it can lead to direct physical impingement to the nerve which can alter the signals sent through the nerve and cause severe chronic pain and disease conditions. Patients that see a chiropractor regularly have seen great results with pain management in the case of spinal stenosis, a leading cause of back pain.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a condition that means porous bones. Osteoporosis makes bones weak and fragile, possibly leading to painful fractures and aching muscles due to the permeability and fragility of the bones.

Movement and Posture

Daily movements and poor posture can also lead to lower back pain. Some of these body movements include

• Twisting

• Over-stretching

• Sneezing or coughing

• Bending awkwardly for long periods

• Sitting for long

• Standing for long

• Driving for long periods

• Sleeping on a bad mattress

These should all be considered rather normal activities and activities that you should be able to do without pain or causing compromise.

Chiropractic Care for Lower Back Pain

Our chiropractors focus on adjusting the spine, restoring alignment, relieving pain, and improving range of motion. Chiropractic care relieves pain in joints, muscles, bones, and connective tissues like ligaments and cartilage. When addressing severe back pain, our chiropractors combine a variety of chiropractic techniques to ensure you enjoy maximum benefits. Chiropractic care may also include advice on lifestyle changes, dietary changes, and other things to avoid back pain in the future. Our ultimate goal is to get your body back into balance so you can heal like you were designed to and to live pain free.

Visit Our Chiropractor

Don’t let lower back pain diminish your quality of life and prevent you from doing the things you love. Visit us at R Family Chiropractic in Fort Worth, TX, for natural and effective chiropractic care. For more information on lower back pain or to schedule an appointment, call us at (817) 708-2800.