Back Pain Treatment in Edmonton
As one of the most common issues people face, back pain often disrupts daily life and overall well-being. Instead of just masking symptoms with medication, we believe in treating the root cause, helping you achieve long-term relief and improved mobility.
Identifying the Causes of Your Discomfort
Many people assume back pain results from a single incident, such as lifting something too heavy. However, this is rarely the case. In reality, most back pain stems from accumulated stress over time. Modern lifestyles, marked by prolonged sitting, inactivity, and poor posture, contribute to weakened spinal tissues, restricted fascia, and improper movement.
Dr. Don compares this to a winter puddle. When stress is minor and short-term, like a spring puddle with a thin layer of ice, recovery is swift. But when stress accumulates over the years, like a winter puddle frozen solid, recovery takes much longer and requires consistent care.
A Holistic Approach to Diagnosing Your Problem
Pain is just a symptom—it doesn’t tell the whole story. Our chiropractors use in-depth analysis to uncover the underlying causes of your issue. The assessment includes the following:
- Posture and balance checks to identify compensations in your spinal alignment
- Surface EMG testing to evaluate muscle activity and tension
- Flexibility and range of motion tests to pinpoint areas of restriction
Additionally, we examine proprioception—how well your brain senses and controls spinal movement. Misalignments, like a buffering Internet connection, disrupt this communication, making you more prone to injury. By understanding these factors, we create a care plan tailored specifically to your needs.
Proven, Comfortable Treatment Techniques
We use techniques designed to improve spinal function and alleviate pain while prioritizing your comfort. Depending on your condition, we may use manual adjustments, gentle, hands-on adjustments to realign the spine and enhance mobility; Drop Table adjustments, a targeted technique using a special table for precise, low-impact corrections; or instrument-assisted adjustments, quick, controlled thrusts delivered by tools to restore movement.
Common Misconceptions About Back Pain
Back pain is often misunderstood. A common myth is that pain relief equals recovery. While it may temporarily subside, underlying dysfunction may persist without proper care, and untreated back issues often return.
Another misconception is that chiropractic adjustments are painful. Many first-time practice members are pleasantly surprised at how gentle the process feels. As one remarked, “That wasn’t bad at all—I wish I had done this sooner!”
What Makes Us Different?
We don’t just focus on the site of your issue—we analyze your entire spine. Back pain often results from compensatory patterns in different areas, such as the shoulders or neck. Taking a whole-spine approach ensures long-term improvements rather than temporary fixes.
We also emphasize proactive care. Just as regular dental visits prevent cavities, routine chiropractic care keeps your spine in optimal condition, helping you to maintain your spine in good shape proactively.
The Benefits of Phased Care
During the initial phase of care, we focus on restoring proper spinal motion and alignment. Your plan may include gentle adjustments to relieve tension and improve mobility. Once your spine improves, we incorporate exercises to strengthen supporting muscles and enhance stability.
We also educate practice members on lifestyle factors, such as workstation ergonomics and movement habits, that can contribute to back pain. We aim to ensure you have the tools to maintain your progress outside the clinic.
Take the First Step Toward Pain-Free Living
Don’t let back pain hold you back any longer. Book your consultation today and discover how South Side Chiropractic can help you achieve lasting relief and a healthier spine.
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