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Back Pain ReliefMany different conditions can cause lower back pain, including sprained ligaments, strained muscles, ruptured discs, trigger points and inflamed joints. Our Minneapolis chiropractors are experts at diagnosing the cause and determining the proper treatment.
Common Causes of Lower Back Pain
- Subluxations: a disruption in the normal movement or position of the vertebrae, usually where the lower spine meets the sacrum. Pain often drops significantly almost immediately after treatment.
- Disc herniations: almost half of adults have a bulging or herniated disc with no pain, but when a disc does cause pain it can be intense and radiate. Regular chiropractic care can help avoid further deterioration.
- Sprains, strains and spasms: common among weekend warriors who push too hard after a sedentary week, causing small, painful tears in muscles or ligaments.
- Stress: chronic tension leaves muscles sore, weak and loaded with trigger points.
Arthritis, poor posture, obesity and even kidney problems or bone loss can also cause low back pain, which is why a proper diagnosis matters.
Treating Lower Back Pain With Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic treatment for low back pain is usually straightforward. Most commonly, it means adjusting the lower lumbar vertebrae and pelvis to re-establish normal motion and position of the bones and joints.
Major studies have shown that chiropractic care for the low back is more effective, cheaper and has better long-term outcomes than other treatments, because it re-establishes normal vertebral motion and position. Muscle relaxants, pain killers and bed rest only decrease symptoms without correcting the underlying problem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common causes of lower back pain?
Subluxations, disc herniations, muscle sprains and strains, and stress-related muscle tension are among the most common causes we see, alongside sports injuries and general wear from poor posture.
Does a herniated disc always cause back pain?
No. Studies show almost half of adults have a bulging or herniated disc with no resulting pain. When herniated discs do cause pain, it can be intense and radiate to other parts of the body.
Why is chiropractic care effective for lower back pain?
Chiropractic adjustment re-establishes normal vertebral motion and position in the spine, correcting the underlying mechanical problem rather than just masking symptoms.
Can stress really cause lower back pain?
Yes. Chronic stress causes ongoing muscle tension, particularly in the low back, leading to soreness, weakness and trigger points over time.
How quickly can chiropractic care relieve low back pain from a subluxation?
Many patients experience a significant reduction in pain almost immediately after treatment, though results vary by individual case.