Back Pain: |
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The back is a complicated structure of bones, joints, ligaments, and muscles. Pain found in the back
can be caused by an extraordinarily wide range of problems. It is common for some back pain to
originate from other areas of the body and eventually transmit to
the areas of
the back by
the nervous
system. In
fact, back
pain is the
number one
reason why
people seek
medical
attention,
with neck
pain coming
behind at
number two.
It can be
safe to say
that all
human beings
are subject
to back
problems as
even the
fact that we
all walk
upright puts
a great
amount of
pressure on
our spine
and
supportive
muscles.
Over time,
back pain is
all but
inevitable!
Normal wear
and tear,
accidents,
disease, bad
“back
habits” as
unnecessary
strain from
overexertion
at play or
work, poor
ergonomics
and posture
all result
in immediate
and
long-term
back
problems.
Back
injuries are
a part of
everyday
life, and
the spine is
quite good
at dealing
with these
often
“pulled”
muscles.
As
Doctors of
Chiropractic
draw upon a
wealth of
knowledge
and
experience
with
treating and
preventing
back pain
and
injuries,
Houston
Health &
Wellness
Center
chiropractors
are here to
reduce the
pains and
begin a
customized
program that
will ease
the
discomforts
and get you
on track to
a healthier
body.
Soothing and
pain-reducing
spinal
adjustments
have been
developed
and mastered
over the
last century
that allows
the practice
of
chiropractic
the ability
to treat and
prevent back
pains and
injuries
naturally.
Pain may not
show up for
days,
months, or
even years!
Get checked
out
immediately
--
contact us. |
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Did You
Know? |
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DID YOU KNOW: A recent study showed that when back pain is not treated, it may go away temporarily but will most likely return.
More than 33% of the people who experience low-back pain, the pain lasts more than 30 days.
Only 9% of people who have low-back pain for more than 30 days and never received chiropractic treatment
were pain free 5 years later. |
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COMMON
QUESTIONS: |
How can I prevent Back Pain?
- Don’t lift by bending over. Instead, bend your hips and knees and then squat to pick up the object. Keep your back straight, and hold the object close to your body.
- Don’t twist your body while lifting.
- Push, rather than pull, when you must move heavy objects.
- If you must sit for long periods, take frequent breaks and stretch.
- Wear flat shoes or shoes with low heels.
- Exercise regularly. An inactive lifestyle contributes to lower-back pain.
What should I tell my Doctor of Chiropractic?
Before any treatment session, tell the chiropractor you are visiting at Houston Health & Wellness Center if you experience any of the following:
- Pain goes down your leg below your knee.
- Your leg, foot, groin, or rectal area feels numb.
- You have fever, nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, weakness, or sweating.
- You lose bowel control.
- Your pain is caused by an injury.
- Your pain is so intense you can’t move around.
- Your pain doesn’t seem to be getting better quickly.
Related Information
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Extremities |
Chronic Pain
Disc Problems |
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