Back pain is a common condition that affects people of all ages, often caused by issues with muscles, ligaments, joints, discs, or nerves in the spine. It can range from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating pain, and can be acute (lasting a few days to weeks) or chronic (lasting longer than three months).
Chiropractors focus on diagnosing and treating mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, particularly the spine. They use hands-on techniques, such as spinal manipulation and adjustments, to improve spinal function and reduce pain.
Chiropractors use controlled, precise forces to realign the spine. These adjustments can help relieve pressure on nerves, improve mobility, and reduce muscle tension.
By addressing misalignments or "subluxations," chiropractic care can relieve back pain, especially in conditions like sciatica and herniated discs.
Chiropractic care helps restore joint mobility, reducing stiffness and allowing for smoother, pain-free movements.
Chiropractic treatment is non-invasive, offering a drug-free and surgery-free option for managing back pain.
Chiropractors often provide lifestyle advice, such as ergonomic changes and exercises, to prevent future pain and promote overall spinal health.
Physiotherapy (also known as physical therapy) focuses on restoring movement, function, and strength in the body through exercise, manual therapy, and education.
Both chiropractic care and physiotherapy can work together or separately to treat back pain, offering complementary approaches depending on the cause of pain and individual needs.
