Does back pain hinder you from doing your job, sleeping at night, and working out? The answer to overcoming pain lies in knowing what causes the pain and not simply how to cure it. It can occur when you are at work or just in bed.
At Allied Chiropractic Therapy, we provide personalized chiropractic care, physical therapy, and rehabilitation based on your current condition.
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Back pain usually indicates the need to pay more attention to other parts of your body, but it is not the actual problem itself. The pain that you experience does not have to originate in the part of your back. Muscle stiffness, joint restrictions, improper posture, old injuries, repeated actions, and changes in the pattern of your body movement are just some of the causes of your condition.
For this reason, two patients who suffer from lower back pain can have totally different root causes of their symptoms. Instead of looking at the area that hurts, a full examination should be conducted to reveal the reasons behind your suffering.
The cause of your pain is one of the key elements in developing your individual treatment program.
Back pain does more than cause discomfort; it affects your lifestyle as well. It takes away your freedom and makes easy tasks difficult for you to perform.
Sitting for long hours makes muscles stiff. Standing or lifting heavy boxes adds deep stress to the spine. Even safe, repetitive movements become painful.
A good night's sleep may be difficult to achieve when you are not able to find the right sleeping position. Lowering your body to tie your shoes causes painful sensations in your back. Gardening and carrying small children also add a big strain.
Taking walks or exercising daily becomes a huge trial of strength. Participating in your favorite activities becomes a real challenge. Such a lifestyle influences all aspects of one’s life.
At Allied Chiropractic Therapy, we get to know you first. Not just your pain. Every new patient gets a first visit. We ask about your symptoms. We ask about your health history. We ask about your daily life. We ask about your goals too.
We may also check how you move. We will check your posture. We check how far your joints can move. We check your muscles and joints as well.
We will talk about your daily life. This means your work. Your exercise. Any past injuries. Other things that may affect your pain. We do not just look at where it hurts. We look at what stops you from moving well. This is why we build a plan just for you. We do not give every patient the same plan.
Your plan may include chiropractic care. It may include exercises to help you heal. It may include posture checks. It may include other gentle treatments, too.
Your customized pain management plan addresses the underlying causes of your condition. This will enable you to regain your mobility. Your treatment program is individualized according to your own medical history and lifestyle. Your treatment program can include one or more of the following depending on your diagnosis:
This type of therapy is aimed at correcting the alignment of the spinal column. Manipulation of the spine may assist with joint conditions and relieve any additional pressure on the nerves.
A skilled specialist will give recommendations on certain physical exercises. The treatment is aimed at increasing your strength and flexibility as well as preparing your body for physical activity.
Certain movements focusing on your back and core muscles are designed to help you with your long-term functions and injury prevention.
The practitioner may apply hands-on treatments to your muscles. Manual therapy helps you with muscle spasm and increases blood flow.
Even small changes that you make in your routine have a major impact. Education will minimize stress in your normal activities, including lifting and sitting at a desk.
Consistency is the key to recovery. Your home exercise program supports progress between appointments. It empowers you to actively manage your symptoms safely from home.
In-clinic care is just the start. Your daily habits lock in lasting healing. Try these simple and proven changes:
Keep your back straight, feet flat, and hips back. Sitting Ergonomics And the Impact on Low Back Pain. Shift often to reduce spinal pressure.
Squat low, bend your knees, and hold heavy loads tight to your chest. Never twist while lifting.
Walk often to boost circulation and loosen tight muscles.
Do easy daily stretches. This keeps muscles flexible.
Bring your computer screen to eye level. Keep your keyboard at elbow height.
Sleep on your side or back. Support your head and knees with pillows.
Sometimes, the signs of the problem will disappear in the course of time without any special intervention; however, there are moments when you have to visit a professional. You should visit a professional if your discomfort persists for some weeks, appears after getting an accident or injury, keeps coming back, makes it difficult for you to work, move, sleep, and do other regular activities.
One more reason to consult a professional is if you feel numbness, tingling, and weakness in one or both of your legs. If you get an injury that causes loss of bowel or bladder control or if your discomfort appeared because of the accident, you should get immediate help.
Early care leads to faster recovery.
Taylorsville patients seek Allied Chiropractic Therapy because of its hands-on treatment that leads to sustained wellness. The center develops unique programs that blend chiropractic therapy and rehabilitation. As they offer movement-based treatment, they guide you in actively building strength and flexibility.
Education of the patient is their top priority as it ensures that you know why you are having problems with your health. With collaborative decision-making, you and the doctor together will decide on the way forward. In the end, all this will be done to help you regain functionality.
Our experts will be able to identify the cause of back pain after considering your history, physical examination, which involves mobility and reflex testing, and X-rays or MRIs.
Yes, you will get treatment on your first visit. The doctor will diagnose you as a safe patient for treatment without any advanced medical imaging tests, and you will probably get your first chiropractic adjustment.
Absolutely, since this combination is usually very beneficial. Chiropractic provides immediate relief and realignment, while physical therapy provides strength to the body.
A decision whether to get an MRI scan or not will be made by your chiropractor. An MRI scan reveals some crucial information, and your chiropractor might order it if he or she believes it is the right step to take. Adjustment doesn't always help, and that's why many chiropractors rely on it to diagnose their patients.
Chiropractic recovery typically takes a few weeks to a few months, depending on the severity of the injury and how long the pain has existed. Many patients feel some pain relief after just one or two sessions, but complete physical healing requires consistent care.
If back pain is affecting your work, daily routine, or favorite activities, the first step is understanding what’s contributing to it. At Allied Chiropractic Therapy in Taylorsville, we take time to evaluate how your body moves, identify potential contributing factors, and develop a personalized treatment plan based on your needs. Schedule your assessment today and learn how a movement-focused approach may help you return to the activities that matter most.
801-313-0111
Dr. Applegate is a board certified Doctor of Chiropractic with over 40 years of extensive training and clinical experience. Dr. Applegate earned his Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic.
