Most adults suffer from back pain at some point in their lives. The older you get, the more susceptible you are to back injuries and pain. Fortunately, there’s an alternative to surgery and/or pain pills for back pain relief. This alternative is chiropractic care. The following FAQs compiled by Duben Holistic Chiropractic Center in Thousand Oaks explain more about back pain and how chiropractic care can help with treatment.

Why do I have back pain?

There are numerous causes of back pain, ranging from strained muscles to spinal injuries. Acute back pain is usually the result of sudden trauma or injury caused by a slip and fall, auto crash, sports or workplace accident. Your pain may come from muscle tears, dislodged joints or bones or a herniated disc pinching spinal nerves.

You can develop chronic back pain by repeating the same actions day after day, such as bending and lifting, due to straining muscles in your spine. Degenerative spinal conditions such as sciatica or spinal stenosis can also cause chronic back pain.

What part of your back is susceptible to pain?

All parts of your back – upper, middle and lower – are vulnerable to pain due to stricken bones, nerves, muscles, and joints. Chiropractic care is specifically designed to relieve pain caused by musculoskeletal issues. An evaluation by your chiropractor Thousand Oaks will determine the source of your pain and if you’re a candidate for chiropractic back pain treatment.

How do I know I have a back injury or degenerative condition?

There’s a big difference between mild back pain that goes away in a few days and constant pain that robs you of sleep or cuts into your normal routine. If back pain persists more than a few days or worsens, it’s time for a checkup. Your pain could be the result of an injury or degenerative condition. If you’re experiencing constant back pain that interferes with your daily living, talk to your chiropractor Thousand Oaks about chiropractic back pain relief.   

How can chiropractic care help with back pain?

After a thorough evaluation, we’ll have a better idea of how to proceed with your back-pain treatment. If your pain is caused by dislocated joints or bones in your spine, spinal adjustments can correct these issues to relieve pain. Massage therapy helps soothe strained muscles for pain relief. It also quickens blood flow to injured areas to help you heal. Corrective exercises improve flexibility and mobility to help prevent future injuries.

See Your Thousand Oaks Chiropractor for Back Pain Treatment

To schedule an evaluation for the diagnosis and treatment of acute or chronic back pain issues, contact Duben Holistic Chiropractic Center in Thousand Oaks at (805) 494-1339 at your earliest convenience.