Christiana Chiropractic PC - Liverpool New York

Christiana Chiropractic, PC ...... (315) 409-0014

Low Back Pain

Low back pain results in millions of dollars of lost work and untold suffering every day. Improper sitting or lifting, over-exertion, trauma, or inherited spinal abnormalities can be the cause. Many of the pain-sensing nerves of the spine are in the facet joi ts, the two interlocking "fingers" at the back of each spinal bone. The normally smooth surfaces on which these joints glide can become rough, irritated and inflamed. Surgical treatment often involves removing these facet joints, exposing the spinal cord!

Another cause of lower back pain can be a bulging disc putting pressure on the spinal cord or a nearby nerve root. The result is often numbness, tingling, or pain down the leg. Cutting away the bulging disc tissue can permanently alter its ability to separate,and cushion the adjacent bones. This rarely addresses the underlying structural cause(s) of the problem.

The chiropractic approach is to help restore a more normal motion and position of affected spinal bones by specific chiropractic adjustments. The simplicity and success of this approach has been documented in numerous research projects and has helped many patients avoid risky surgery. Find out if yours is a chiropractic case and enjoy the positive results that millions of patients have discovered.

Low Back Pain Prevention... Maintaining good posture is very important. Keep the ears, shoulders and hips i.t\ a straight line, with the head up and stomach pulled in. It is best not to stand for long periods of time; but if you must, walk as much as possible and wear shoes with cushioned soles and without heels. Sitting puts a great deal of pressure on the back. Chairs should have straight backs or low back support. Chairs should swivel to avoid twisting, have armrests and adjustable backs. While sitting, the knees should be a little higher thqn"the hips, so a low stool is useful to put your feet on. Riding and driving for a long period of time increases back stress. Move the seat as far forward as possible to avoid bending forward. The.seat should be reclined not more than 30° and the seat bottom tilted slightly up in front. For long rides, you should stop and walk about every hour and avoid lifting heavy objects immediately thereafter.

Our purpose is to educate and adjust families toward optimal health

with natural chiropractic care.