Back Pain

Back Pain is a Common Issue We See Here. We Can Help You.

When some people think about chiropractic care, they immediately think about back pain. Of course, chiropractors take care of the whole body, but chiropractic care can certainly relieve back pain, especially when you make time for routine adjustments.

Symptoms of Back Pain

There are many different ways that back pain might present itself. You might notice the following:

Muscle aches
Radiating pain
Shooting or stabbing pain
Worsening pain when you stand, lift, bend, or walk
Improvement in the pain level when you lie down

If you notice symptoms like these, you should consider discussing your pain with your chiropractor. But what’s behind the pain? What causes the symptoms you feel?

Causes of Back Pain

There are several different conditions that can lead to back pain or discomfort. These include:

Muscle strain— Whether pull something after repetitive lifting or you just move the wrong way, muscle or ligament strain can be incredibly uncomfortable.

Arthritis— When you live with osteoarthritis, it can impact your lower back. In fact, osteoarthritis in your spine can even result in gradual narrowing of the space that surrounds your spinal cord. This condition is also known as spinal stenosis.

Osteoporosis— As we age, our bones can become porous and brittle. This causes your spinal vertebrae to develop small, painful compression fractures.

Bulging or ruptured discs– Every spinal vertebra has a disc that acts as a cushion, separating each one from the next. If the disc’s soft material bulges or ruptures, it might press a nerve, which can cause pain.

Skeletal irregularities— spinal curvature, also known as scoliosis, can cause back pain. This typically manifests in middle age.

Whether you’re experiencing mechanical back pain (aka strain from day-to-day living or strenuous activity), disk derangement, or joint compression, your chiropractor can help you get relief from your pain and give you a plan to keep you on the path to wellness.

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I sought out chiropractic care because of chronic pain in my neck and upper back. My job requires a lot of heavy lifting and my discomfort was such that I was having difficulty sleeping at night. Dr. James Dawes was recommended to me by a co-worker. I have been going to Stones River Chiropractic for 3 months now and from the very first adjustment I started to notice improvement. I am very grateful for Dr. Dawes and how chiropractic care has greatly improved my quality of life!

On my first visit to Dr. Dawes I couldn't bend down and touch my toes without my back locking up. I couldn't get down on my knees to do my job. I figured I was done, I thought I would have to change jobs because the pain was so bad I just couldn't do it anymore. After X rays and talking with Dr. Dawes he set me up with a schedule and more appointments to see if he could help me. After the second visit I felt better, after the third I knew he was doing some good so I stayed on the schedule. I'm now on a one visit a month to keep everything moving like its supposed to. And you cant forget to do the exercises between visits that's what keeps me moving freely. I truly believe if not for Dr. Dawes I wouldn't be on the job every day like I am. So if you need a great chiropractor give him a try. I think he can get you moving again.

Dr. Dawes is Amazing! The process of diagnosis, treatment, prevention and future wellness was not only demonstrated, but also fully explained in a manner that I could completely visualize and understand. Every adjustment has a purpose, and is done with ease to maximize the comfort of his patients. My back pain was so severe I could not work for several days. After the first visit I had immediate results and could return to work the next day. Over the process of the last couple of weeks the pain has all but vanished and my normal mobility has greatly increased. I truly appreciate what Dr. Dawes has done for me and my family.. If you are searching for a Dr. that understands your needs, and cares about his patients look no further. Give Dr. Dawes a call and make an appointment. You will not regret it.