BACK PAIN

​Back injuries and their related pain are some of the biggest health issues facing people today. Backs are pivotal for not only movement and lifting objects, but they are also one of the largest hubs for the neuronal system that relays information to the brain from all over the body.

It is because of this that an injury to the back can be so devastating for mobility and health. Back injuries can range from a minor strain to something as severe as paralysis or even death. It is therefore important you attend to injuries in this area as quickly as possible by seeing a back pain chiropractor or doctor.
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Here at Elkhart Chiropractors we have been dealing with common and severe back pain issues for years. Our chiropractors have a wealth of experience and can ensure any back issues you are dealing with are looked at and treated to with the best possible level of care.

Common Causes of Back Pain

Muscle or ligament strain
Theback consists of a large number of muscle and ligaments. One of the most common causes of back pain is a strain to one of these key structures that help with movement. Generally these happen when someone is lifting a weight far above what they should be, and a strain is the result. A strain is minor in most cases however, and can be treated easily by a back pain chiropractor or massage therapist.

Bulging or ruptured disks 
Theback is also made up of disks that are positioned between the vertebra (bones) to help reduce friction and aid in movement. A ruptured or bulging disk can press on a nerve causing pain, however some cases of this result in no pain at all making it difficult to know whether any damage has occurred. Many cases aren't even discovered until an X-ray has been done on the spine for another reason, at which point the disk disease or damage is seen as a result.

Other irregularities 
Various genetic irregularities can also cause back pain. Some people just naturally have a curve to their spine which can result in restricted movement and pain. Mild cases generally won't impact too much on quality of life, but if it's a severe curve and is impacting movement seeing a chiropractor is recommended.

Treatment

Often the best form of treatment, as above, is to book a visit to a back pain chiropractor or orthopedic that can offer sound professional advice. While there is a huge amount of information available on the internet, when it comes to something as important as the back and spinal cord it's extremely important to not self-diagnose and really go to see someone with experience and knowledge in this area, such as us here at Elkhart Chiropractors.

Overall we hope this has given some insight into the various causes of back pain and whether it will need to be looked at and treated. Many people are unsure whether to see a chiropractor vs doctor when diagnosing the root cause of the pain, and often either can work, but you can't look past seeing an experienced chiropractor such as us here at Elkhart. Book an appointment with us today and take comfort in knowing that your health and future is in the best possible hands.