Back Pain

Back pain is a common problem, one that leads to an estimated 264 million lost workdays a year in the United States. You may be able to care for your back pain at home, but if you don’t seem to be improving, chiropractic care may help. Christy Onya, DC, of Forever On Your Mind Chiropractic, specializes in the treatment of back pain using hands-on, gentle chiropractic care and alternative therapies to realign your spine and relieve your discomfort. For expert chiropractic care for your back pain, call the office in Kingwood, Texas, today or request an appointment online. 

What are the symptoms of back pain?

Your back pain can take many forms. Some of the most common include:

• Dull ache
• Sharp, shooting pain
• Pain that radiates down your legs or into your arms
• Discomfort that worsens with activity

Some people with back pain also experience loss of bowel or bladder control.

Back pain may be acute or chronic. With acute back pain, the discomfort may develop suddenly after an injury and resolve within a few weeks. With chronic pain, you may experience discomfort that lingers for three months or longer.

Whether your pain is acute or chronic, Dr. Onya can provide treatment to get you back to doing the things you enjoy.

What causes back pain?

In most cases, your back pain develops from a mechanical issue that’s affecting the joints, bones, muscles, ligaments, or tendons in your back. You may have developed the pain from an injury or the degeneration of your spine that occurs as you get older.

Common causes of back pain include:

• Muscle sprains and strains
• Spondylosis
• Herniated disc
• Sciatica
• Arthritis
• Radiculitis
• Scoliosis
• Spinal stenosis

Less commonly, you can develop back pain from other underlying health issues such as an infection or tumor.

When should I seek care for my back pain?

If your back pain is keeping you from doing the things you enjoy, it’s time to get help from Dr. Onya at Forever On Your Mind Chiropractic. You should also seek help if your pain:

• Lasts longer than three weeks
• Gets worse instead of better
• Is making it difficult for you to walk or move around
• Radiates down your leg

To help Dr. Onya develop the most beneficial treatment plan, it’s important that you be as detailed as possible about your discomfort and the onset of your symptoms. 

What can I expect from chiropractic care for my back pain?

Dr. Onya creates individualized treatment plans based on your symptoms, source of pain, and overall health. She may take a number of treatment approaches to help you get relief from your back pain. These strategies may include:

• Manual spinal adjustments
• Physical therapy
• Electrostim therapy
• Gentle stretching

Back pain is common, but you can get relief from your pain thanks to Dr. Onya at Forever On Your Mind Chiropractic. Call the office today or request an appointment online.