Common Questions about Back Pain Relief

Although back pain is quite common, it shouldn’t be accepted as normal. Untreated back pain can become chronic in nature, with symptoms worsening over time. At Ringer Chiropractic, we offer chiropractic solutions to low back pain to help restore your quality of life. Our Tracy, CA, chiropractor addresses common questions our patients have about back pain and how to find relief.

What causes low back pain? 

Strained muscles are a common cause of low back pain, which could be the result of years of poor posture, heavy lifting, or repetitive motions on the job. Low back pain could also be the result of an accidental injury, sports mishap, osteoarthritis, herniated disc, or excess weight gain.

What symptoms can be triggered by back problems?

Back problems can produce such symptoms as:

• Acute pain or a dull aching pain in your neck or lower back
• Muscle numbness and weakness
• Tingling of your limbs
• Muscle spasms
• Restricted body movement due to painful symptoms
• Difficulty standing or walking for prolonged periods of time

How does chiropractic care help with back pain?

Chiropractic care is a noninvasive, drug-free, natural treatment for back pain and offers an alternative to back surgery for pain relief. Our chiropractor uses natural therapies like therapeutic massage, stretching and strengthening exercises, hot and cold treatments, and spinal adjustments to eliminate painful symptoms and get you back on your feet.

Often, low back pain is due to spinal misalignments pressing on spinal nerves. Spinal adjustments are used to realign your spine so your muscles, joints and bones can function as they should. Balancing your system helps ease pain and restores spinal function. Soft tissue massage helps improve blood flow to injured areas to promote healing. Through corrective exercises, you can strengthen core muscles to reduce your risk of future injuries. We may also recommend dietary or lifestyle changes that can boost your overall health and wellness long-term.

See Our Tracy, CA, Chiropractor for Low Back Pain Relief

To schedule an appointment for low back pain diagnosis and treatment, contact Ringer Chiropractic in Tracy, CA, today at 209-835-2225.