To understand how to treat lower back (lumbar) pain, it helps to understand a bit of the anatomy and the ways the muscles and joints of the lower back are unique. At Amplified Chiropractic and Wellness, Dr. Sanderson and his team take time to emphasize the understanding of the anatomy as well as the injury or ailment that the patient is experiencing. This helps the patient fully understand how the treatments are targeted to facilitate recovery.
It would be challenging to reference the lower back without taking note of the “CORE” musculature. These CORE muscles support the lower back, and a weakening of these muscles leaves the entire load of the upper body resting on the 5 bones of the lower back. As a result of this increased load, the bones adapt by flattening out and the discs expand under the pressure, leading to irritation of the joints and nerves, causing pain.
Evidence-Based Treatments for Lower Back Pain:
A recent randomized controlled study showed the following conclusion “Active-duty military personnel receiving chiropractic care exhibited improved strength and endurance, as well as reduced LBP intensity and disability, compared with a wait-list control” (Reference)
Additionally, from the UCLA Low Back Pain Study, it was found that chiropractic patients were more satisfied with their care at the 4+ week mark, due to a number of possible sources where chiropractors connect with their patients. ( Reference )
We combine one or more of the following treatments to give patient’s the best results for their lower back pain:
- Chiropractic Adjustments
- Flexion Distraction treatment
- Breathing Coaching
- “Centering” Coaching
- Manual Therapy
- Kinesiology Taping
- Physiotherapy / Functional + Strength Based Exercise protocol
- Shockwave Therapy
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