Back Pain, Neck Pain and Headaches

In a recent survey of 45,601 Consumer Reports subscribers, hands-on treatments such as chiropractic and deep tissue massage  dominated the lists of helpful alternative treatments for back pain, neck pain and osteoarthritis. A total of 30,332 survey respondents overwhelmingly  indicated chiropractic treatment to be more effective for back pain and neck pain than any other treatment, including over-the-counter medication, prescription medication and up to 17 other alternative therapies. The results were published in the September 2011 edition of Consumer Reports magazine.

Ironically, only 36% of respondents had used chiropractic, whereas 38% tried prescription medication and 58% tried over-the-counter medication. The drug companies have done a great job marketing, haven’t they? At The Center for Spine Pain & Wellness we are dreaming of the day where the best therapies are used the most.  We think evidence suggests that an approach that includes chiropractic care works best.  So will keep educating!

Most back pain resolves on its own in a month or 2. However, when the pain is not resolving– or when it is getting worse or you’re needing immediate relief– it is to your benefit to consult a chiropractor now, not later. If you are having progressive weakness, numbness, a change in bowel or bladder function, or leg muscle atrophy, don’t wait for us to examine you.  Call now. Further, if you are experiencing back pain with a fever, have a history of cancer, or have pain associated with recent trauma you should be examined right away to expedite an accurate diagnosis.  We can provide that for you.

A sports injury, a car accident, sleeping wrong, hormonal imbalances or structural spinal problems can cause or perpetuate your back pain, neck pain or chronic headaches.

Often the solution is as easy as making a simple correction to the spinal joints or posture to alleviate the muscle tension causing the pain. Some patients may require massage, acupuncture, or a specific stretching regimen combined with cardiovascular exercise. Patients may also require a concerted effort to overcome ischemic tension myalgia, myofascial trigger points, or an underlying jaw (TMJ) problem.  In some patients strategic rehabilitative exercises will need to be prescribed and monitored to overcome the problem completely. For example, a forward head posture can perpetuate neck muscle tension and therefore connect. Postural exercises that strengthen the neck muscles and pull the shoulders into alignment afford lasting relief of chronic headache pain that medications could not touch.

Whatever the cause in your case, the starting point is a complete examination and a correct diagnosis. Our award-winning care is effective because we have the tools to help you get the most rapid, lasting pain relief possible!