The approach a chiropractor will take to manage low back pain does differ. It depends on if the injury is new (acute), recent (subacute), or has persisted for three months or longer (chronic). Though some management tools overlap between each group, each stage of injury includes unique challenges that require specific interventions. ACUTE LOW BACK PAIN In this stage, it’s
Several studies have found a treatment approach that combines specific exercises with spinal manipulation, mobilization, and nutrition. It is often ideal for reducing pain and improving function in patients with low back pain. But how does your doctor of chiropractic know which low back exercises to recommend and which to avoid? The answer: it depends. Because each patient is unique
When it comes to low back pain, does it matter what type of healthcare provider a patient visits for treatment? A study published in 2015 found that the type of healthcare provider a patient initially consulted had a dramatic effect on both their short-term and long-term prognosis. Low Back Pain Study In the study, researchers monitored 719 patients with low
Functional loss is a term used to describe the inability to carry out necessary activities of daily living. These include bathing, getting dressed, getting out of bed, standing up, walking, using the bathroom, and eating. According to experts, spinal pain is a leading cause of functional loss, especially among older adults. This is often due to age-associated wear and tear
Low back-related leg pain (LBRLP) is a common condition that drives patients into primary care clinics. These include chiropractic offices, but these cases are often complex, and determining the underlying cause can be clinically challenging. Let’s take a look at the current treatment strategies for LBRLP. LBP-Leg Pain Conditions To begin with, the patient’s doctor will need to determine if
The current available research notes that 52% of all opioid prescriptions are for patients with low back pain. Over two million Americans suffer from opioid use disorder (OUD), with 47,000 dying from OUD in 2017. In light of the opioid epidemic, researchers from Boston University set out to find better options for low back pain management. The high cost of
About 1-in-7 adults in the United States have chronic low back pain lasting longer than three months. Which can have a major effect on one’s ability to carry out their daily activities. It’s important to identify which factors are associated with an increased risk of progressing from acute low back pain to chronic low back pain. Chronic Back Pain Study
Between 1993 and 2013, the number of lumbar fusion surgeries for low back pain and related spinal conditions increased significantly from 61,000 per year to 450,000 per year. Unfortunately, up to 61% of patients who undergo back surgery will continue to experience chronic low back pain. Many of these patients will opt for non-surgical care to address their ongoing pain.
Chiropractors use a variety of techniques and therapies to manage musculoskeletal conditions, including low back pain (LBP). Studies have found that a common contributory cause of LBP is dysfunction of the thoracolumbar fascia (TLF). The purpose of the TLF is to allow various muscle groups between the lower rib cage and the pelvic brim on both sides of the low
Many patients perform some self-care when they first hurt their lower back, hoping this will keep them out of a doctor’s office. While home remedies can sometimes make the pain go away, sometimes they don’t. It just depends on what you try. When the back is first hurt, it’s often a sprain/strain type of injury with accompanying muscle spasms. When
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Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
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