Back Pain
Chiropractors commonly see various types of back pain, including:
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Muscle Strain or Sprain
This type of low back pain often results from overuse, sudden movements, or poor lifting techniques. It is characterised by muscle stiffness, soreness, and localised discomfort in the lower back.
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Herniated Disc
Also known as a slipped or ruptured disc, a herniated disc occurs when the soft inner core of a spinal disc protrudes through the tough outer layer, irritating nearby nerves and causing pain, numbness, or weakness that may radiate down the legs (sciatica).
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Degenerative Disc Disease
This condition involves the gradual wear and tear of the spinal discs over time, leading to decreased disc height, reduced shock absorption, and potential nerve compression. Symptoms may include chronic low back pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
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Facet Joint Dysfunction
Facet joints are small joints located between adjacent vertebrae in the spine. Dysfunction or inflammation of these joints can cause localized low back pain, stiffness, and difficulty with certain movements.
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Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis refers to the narrowing of the spinal canal, which can compress the spinal cord and nerve roots, leading to low back pain, leg pain, numbness, and weakness, particularly with walking or standing.
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Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
The sacroiliac joints connect the sacrum (triangular bone at the base of the spine) to the pelvis. Dysfunction or inflammation of these joints can cause low back pain that may radiate into the buttocks or thighs.
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Spondylolisthesis
This condition occurs when one vertebra slips forward or backward relative to the adjacent vertebrae, often due to a stress fracture or degenerative changes. Spondylolisthesis can cause low back pain, stiffness, and nerve compression symptoms.
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Muscle Imbalances and Postural Issues
Chronic muscle imbalances, poor posture, and biomechanical abnormalities can contribute to low back pain by placing excessive strain on the muscles, ligaments, and joints of the spine.
How it works
There are 3 key elements to our patients journey or introduction to our practice and continuity of care.
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Your initial consultation will begin with a thorough discussion to understand and develop your medical history. We take the time to listen, ensuring we gather all necessary details.
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On your second visit, we’ll bring together all the elements from your initial consultation. Our chiropractor will review the findings and answer any questions you may have. We’ll recommend a care plan tailored to your history, pain, and objective findings, such as X-rays, scans, and tests. Establishing a timeline is crucial for optimal healing, allowing you to track progress, become symptom-free, and stabilise your condition. Healing takes time, especially for those who’ve had unresolved issues for months or years. What sets us apart is our comprehensive setup: all services under one roof, a well-organised practice, and an efficient information processing system. Once we discuss your care plan and fee structure, you’ll be directed to the treatment area, where the magic begins.
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Patients’ perception of a chiropractic adjustment on the first visit can vary greatly. It’s not always the clicking or cracking sound you might expect. The adjustment can be manual, low-force, or even no-force. Sometimes, we also use specialised equipment to achieve the best result.
A typical chiropractic adjustment can vary depending on your case, any contraindications to care, and the modality chosen by your chiropractor.
At Lisburn Chiropractic, we use a blend of traditional techniques like Diversified, Gonstead, SOT, Drop-piece Terminal Point Technique, Activator Methods, NET, Network Spinal Analysis, and Flexion Distraction/Spinal Decompression Technique.
Our aim is straightforward: to ensure full spinal function, mobility, flexibility, and flow.
We focus on your chief complaint, whether it’s lower back pain, headaches, or rotator cuff syndrome, while paying attention to the biomechanics of your entire spine, the tone of your body, and energy state.
A holistic approach to your health and well-being is our top priority. Seeing you thrive naturally is what drives our passion. Your health is a journey, and we’re here to support you along the way. Alignment is Key. Its is not unusual for patients to spring up from their adjustments feeling light, invigorated and free. We look forward to getting you started.
Next Steps
Chiropractors are trained to assess and diagnose the underlying causes of low back pain and develop individualised treatment plans to address these issues. Treatment may include spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, rehabilitative exercises, lifestyle modifications, and ergonomic recommendations to alleviate pain, improve function, and prevent recurrence.
