Consult Dr. John Boyle and Dr. Stephanie Burkett of Hazel Green Chiropractic if you need low back pain treatments in Hazel Green, AL.
What Are the Common Causes of Low Back Pain?
Many of us know what it’s like to struggle with low back pain because it can emerge for various reasons.
First off, back discomfort can be symptomatic of osteoarthritis. You are more likely to experience back pain as the cartilage between your spinal joints starts to deteriorate. Osteoarthritis can be difficult to avoid because it’s mainly associated with accumulated damage and aging.
Back discomfort may also be symptomatic of excessive strain. Lifting heavy objects and performing other actions that put physical strain on your back can lead to significant damage. That damage could result in an acute injury or cause small fraying that becomes a chronic problem. Maintaining poor posture can also create the same type of strain.
You may also be experiencing low back pain because of a herniated disc. Herniation occurs when the nucleus of the spinal disc pushes into or through the disc’s outer ring. As the nucleus bulges out, it can compress other parts of your musculoskeletal system and cause issues.
Sciatica is an additional injury you may sustain because of a herniated disc, although it can also be due to other reasons. It happens when something is compressing the sciatic nerve, which emerges from your spinal cord in the lower back and travels all the way down the leg. Damage to your sciatic nerve could be the root cause of lingering back pain.
Reach out to Dr. Boyle and Dr. Burkett of Hazel Green Chiropractic so you can discuss low back pain treatment options in Hazel Green, AL.
What Low Back Pain Treatments Can Your Chiropractor Provide?
Working closely with a chiropractor is a must if you are struggling with low back pain. For the most common underlying issues responsible for lower back discomfort, you can count on your chiropractor to provide an effective solution.
Chiropractic adjustments can fix misalignments in your musculoskeletal system and alleviate your lower back pain. Your chiropractor can use them to treat back discomfort associated with osteoarthritis, excessive strain, and poor posture. They also work for herniated discs and sciatica.
Spinal traction and decompression are other options for treating back pain related to a herniated disc. These treatments create negative pressure in your spine that can help your herniated disc recover.
Stretching exercises and electrical stimulation therapy can also help by improving circulation. Improving your circulation is beneficial because it allows more nutrients to reach the injured segments of your spine.
Schedule your low back pain treatments in Hazel Green, AL, by calling 256-828-4288 and speaking to Dr. Boyle and Dr. Burkett of Hazel Green Chiropractic.