In North Dallas, low back pain is one of the most costly and common healthcare problems. It is also the leading cause of disability and work absence around the world. Chiropractors may recommend for patients adopt a fitness routine. This fitness routine is at your own personal convenience. You can also make dietary modifications and continue practicing specific exercises. To reduce the risk of a future episode occurring, exercise can be the most beneficial for back pain. Sometimes chiropractors may also recommend “maintenance” chiropractic adjustments periodically such as once a month or every six weeks.

Researchers hypothesize that chiropractic treatments may improve any biomechanical or neuromuscular dysfunctions before they become symptomatic. In a study published in 2004 and 2011, patients who received maintenance care reported less pain and disability. Patients that received as-needed care still experienced chronic low back pain.

Researchers found in a 2018 study that those who received ongoing maintenance care following their initial course of chiropractic treatment had 12.8 fewer days of back pain over the following year. Compared with patients who were advised to return for further care on an as-needed basis, the participants in the maintenance care group only made an average of 1.7 additional chiropractic visits during the study.

When looking for chiropractic care for lower back pain, consider the benefits that the maintenance will have on your body. The reduction of additional episodes and the severity of those episodes are slim to none. If you are looking for a chiropractor near you, consider Dr. Woodward in North Dallas to help with your lower back pain.