Hands-on spinal adjustment and complementary care to restore movement and relieve back pain, without surgery or medication.
Among people seeking back pain relief, many choose chiropractic care. Of the Australians who see a chiropractor each year, around a third are looking for relief from back pain arising from a range of causes, including accidents, sports injuries and muscle strain.
Our chiropractic practitioners use hands-on spinal adjustment and other manual therapies that promote proper alignment of the body’s musculoskeletal structure, especially the spine, to enable the body to recover without surgery or medication. Manipulation is used to restore movement to joints restricted by tissue injury, whether from a traumatic event such as a fall or from repeated stress, even something as simple as sitting without proper back support.
Chiropractic can also provide relief for muscles, joints, bones and connective tissues such as cartilage, tendons and ligaments.
Chiropractic treatment of back pain
Our chiropractor first takes your medical history, performs a physical examination, and may use diagnostic imaging to determine whether therapy is appropriate for your back pain. The treatment plan may include manual adjustments in which the practitioner uses a controlled, sudden force to improve the range and quality of motion. We may also incorporate dietary counselling and exercise or rehabilitation. The goals of care are the restoration of function and the prevention of injury, in addition to back pain relief.
Severe back pain
Spinal adjustment has been shown to be a safe and effective therapy for acute back pain, the kind of sudden injury that results from moving furniture or a sporting collision. Acute back pain, which is more common than persistent discomfort, typically lasts no more than six weeks. All treatment is based on an accurate diagnosis, so we ask plenty of questions about your medical history, current medications, any traumatic or surgical history, and lifestyle factors before developing a tailored plan.
Lower back pain
Whether your lower back pain is the result of a work-related injury, car accident, pregnancy or weight gain, we will determine the right treatment for you. Lower back pain can be debilitating, limiting your activities and interrupting your routine. By making adjustments to the joints in the spine, lower back pain can often be relieved, and the same techniques may also help with neck stiffness and headaches. We look at you as a whole person and find ways to improve your overall wellness rather than simply treating symptoms.