Relieve Back Pain Through Chiropractic

Low Back Pain Relief with Chiropractic Care in Tracy, CA

Do you suffer from low back pain? According to the American Chiropractic Association, there are 31 million others just like you. This pain can be caused by strained joints, misaligned or herniated spinal discs, overworked muscles, and sprained ligaments. Medical conditions can also be to blame, and by seeing a chiropractor in Tracy CA, you can receive lower back pain relief.

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The Initial Back Pain Consultation

If this is your first time seeing a chiropractor, you should know what to expect. The first appointment is very hands-off, and subsequent appointments may be similar.

During your first consultation, your chiropractor wants to learn more about you, including your symptoms, when you’re in the most pain, when you’re in the least pain, and what treatments you’ve tried.

The chiropractor will do a physical spinal examination to check for obvious issues, including visible misalignments or bulging discs. They may order an x-ray for additional testing.

During your first consultation, your chiropractor will also quiz you about your family history. This may be a big piece of the puzzle in solving what’s causing your chronic pain.

Back Pain Diagnosis

Based on the information gathered during the initial consultation, the chiropractor will have a good idea of what’s causing your pain. They must be sure before they start a treatment, though. 

A chiropractor categorizes pain by:

  • Mechanical back pain (which is considered non-specific)
  • Nerve damage (like spinal stenosis or sciatica), or
  • A severe injury or medical condition (such as issues with an artificial joint implant, an open wound, neurological issues, or fractures)

Low Back Pain Treatment

Once a chiropractor has confirmed their diagnosis, they can begin a round of low back pain treatment. This often includes chiropractic manipulations and adjustments. These targets the spine, specifically the vertebrae. By realigning the spine, most of the pain you've experienced should disappear. Symptoms should also cease.

A chiropractor will use their hands and arms for these manipulations. Motions may be quick and sudden or slower. With this force on the vertebra, the pressure in the joints is relieved. Carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and oxygen are freed.

You will notice less pain immediately. Sometimes, depending on the tightness of the muscles, it takes longer to feel that relief. That muscle tightness should abate within the same day.

Through these adjustments, bones may pop or crack at times. This may seem scary at first, but it’s completely normal. It doesn’t happen all the time though, especially with tense muscles.

Chiropractic adjustments, although immensely helpful to some, are not a one-and-done treatment. You must return regularly for continued pain relief. Eventually, you can reduce appointment frequency.

In addition to chiropractic adjustments, the chiropractor may also try the following treatments:

  • Nutritional advice and coaching, as being overweight can contribute to back pain.
  • Massage therapy, which can soothe back inflammation and swelling.
  • Exercises, which are meant to improve the mobility and functioning of the back muscles.
  • Heat and ice therapy, which should be done in 10-minute increments throughout the course of a day.

Need Lower Back Pain Relief? Contact Ringer Chiropractic in Tracy CA

If you’re looking for lower back pain relief, contact us at Ringer Chiropractic. Based in Tracy CA, we have more than 20 years of experience treating many sources of pain. Our licensed chiropractor, Dr. Ronald Ringer, has received the local “Best Tracy Chiropractor” distinction for his high-quality work.

We offer pain relief from worker’s comp injuries, car accident injuries, migraines and headaches, slipped or herniated spinal discs, carpal tunnel, foot conditions, osteoarthritis, ankle and knee injuries, sports injuries, sciatica, neck pain, and back pain.

To learn more or schedule an appointment today, give us a call at 209-835-2225 or visit us at Ringer Chiropractic on 1525 North Tracy Boulevard.

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