Back Pain Treatment in Little Neck

If you are living with chronic back pain then chiropractic care in Little Neck might be a good treatment option. Almost everyone will experience some form of back pain, ranging from slightly irritating to completely debilitating, in their lifetime.

Whatever the degree of pain you are experiencing and whether it is acute or has become chronic, at the very least you would probably rather live without it. In many cases, pain keeps you from doing what you love. This article aims to help you to understand what might be causing you lower back pain, and how chiropractic treatment can help relieve your pain so that you can go on with doing what you love.

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BACK PAIN IN LITTLE NECK

The back is a broad term that covers a large area of the body. It is made up of many tendons, ligaments, discs, muscles, and bones. Without a solid understanding of these different parts, it can be complicated to locate and address the source of the pain.

The following explains some of the most common issues and their identifying features. It also explains how chiropractic care can help to resolve them. This is a general guideline to help you in your quest for effective treatment, but we highly recommend that you seek a professional opinion to properly diagnose these issues.

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DISC BULGES AND HERNIATIONS

Disc bulges and herniations are conditions in which the outer edges of the discs, located between the vertebrae, are damaged. This causes the jelly-like center of the disc to bulge or be pushed out. This is a surprisingly common issue and it is often, but not always, very painful.

Some people who have this condition feel nothing at all, however, others might deal with debilitating pain. The quality and intensity of it, for those who experience pain, depends on the type and position of the herniation. If the damaged disc is irritating a surrounding nerve, shooting or stabbing pain along with weakness in the legs is often severe.

It is important that this issue is properly identified and promptly treated to avoid further damage. A chiropractor in Little Neck will thoroughly assess your back to determine the extent of the issue and the appropriate treatment to prevent worsening of the herniation, and provide relief from the associated pain.

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INTERSEGMENTAL DYSFUNCTION

Intersegmental dysfunction is a medical term describing the restricted movement of joints in the vertebral column, or more simply put, the joints are not moving as well as they should be. There are a wide variety of causes, including physical stress or trauma. Intersegmental hypomobility can be quite painful and can disrupt normal movement. Intersegmental hypomobility of joints is commonly overlooked as a contributor to back pain. Chiropractors are trained to identify and correct this issue using non-invasive adjustment techniques.

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STRAINS AND SPRAINS

Strains and sprains most typically occur when we engage in tasks that our body is not accustomed to, or when we are involved in an accident. Lifting while twisting, or stretching past one's limits are common causes to strains and sprains of the back. These can be extremely painful, and are often accompanied by swelling and bruising of the surrounding area. Strains and sprains in the back tend to involve changes to the alignment of the spine and typically respond well to chiropractic care.

If you have questions about how our team at Care Chiropractic can help you, please schedule a consultation today.