University Place, WA
Back Pain Care in University Place, WA
Back pain is complicated: joints, muscles, movement patterns and injury are all factors. At Discover Chiropractic, Dr. Anderson's examination is designed to identify what's driving the pain, and he explains whether chiropractic care is what you need, or whether you should be referred to another provider.
What it usually feels like
- Aching or stiffness across the low back, especially in the morning
- Pain that gets worse after sitting, driving or standing for a long stretch
- A sharp catch when you bend, twist or lift
- Muscle tightness or spasm on one side
- Trouble getting comfortable in bed or turning over at night
Common causes we see locally
- Long days at a desk or in a vehicle with little movement in between
- Lifting something awkward, often at an odd angle rather than something heavy
- A sudden jump in activity, yard work, moving, a new gym routine
- Weakness or stiffness elsewhere (hips, mid back) that the low back compensates for
- Previous injuries that never fully settled down
How chiropractic care fits in
For appropriate patients with common mechanical back pain, hands-on chiropractic care, soft tissue work and specific movement guidance are reasonable non-drug options to consider. Responses vary from person to person, and Dr. Anderson will tell you plainly if he doesn't think chiropractic is the right starting point for your case.
What Dr. Anderson looks at
- How and when the pain started, and what makes it better or worse
- How your spine and hips move, flexion, extension, rotation, side bending
- Which specific joints and tissues reproduce your symptoms
- Basic neurological screening when leg symptoms are involved
- What you're trying to get back to doing, so the plan aims at that
What a visit involves
- 1.A real conversation about your history and your goals
- 2.A movement and hands-on examination of the areas involved
- 3.Dr. Anderson explaining what he found in plain language
- 4.If appropriate, care and a few things to do between visits
- 5.A clear recommendation, including a referral if that's what you need
Questions
Back Pain: common questions
Frequently asked questions
- Can chiropractic care help with back pain?
- For many people with common low back pain, chiropractic care, including spinal manipulation, hands-on soft tissue work and exercise guidance, is a reasonable, non-drug option to consider. Results vary from person to person, and some back pain needs medical evaluation instead. Dr. Anderson examines you first and tells you honestly whether he thinks he can help.
More answers on the FAQ page.
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Ready to do something about your back pain?
If something's been bothering you, start with a conversation. Dr. Anderson will listen first and tell you honestly whether he thinks he can help.
Discover Chiropractic · University Place, WA