What Causes Back Pain?
Back pain can come from many sources: prolonged sitting, poor lifting mechanics, muscle strain, joint restriction, disc-related problems, accidents and the natural effects of aging. It can also be influenced by stress, sleep and activity levels. Identifying what is actually contributing is more useful than treating the pain as a single condition, which is why the clinic's evaluation starts with history and movement.
What Are Common Back Pain Symptoms?
- A dull ache or sharp discomfort in the lower or mid back
- Stiffness, especially in the morning or after sitting
- Pain with bending, lifting or twisting
- Muscle tightness or spasm
- Discomfort that radiates into the hip or leg in some cases
When Should You Seek Urgent Medical Care?
Seek urgent medical attention for back pain accompanied by numbness or weakness in the legs, loss of bladder or bowel control, fever, unexplained weight loss, or pain following a major fall or trauma. These can signal more serious conditions that require medical evaluation before chiropractic care is considered.
How Does a Chiropractic Evaluation Work?
An evaluation includes a conversation about when the pain started, what makes it better or worse, and your health history, followed by an examination of posture, movement, range of motion and muscle function. Based on the findings, the team explains what is contributing and whether chiropractic care, which may include chiropractic adjustments, is appropriate for you.
What Treatment Approaches May Be Used?
Chiropractic adjustments. Gentle techniques to improve joint mobility in the spine and pelvis, adapted to your comfort.
Rehabilitation. Targeted exercises and movement patterns that build strength and control, so improvements hold up in daily life.
Supporting therapies. Cold laser therapy, shockwave therapy and electrical stimulation can be used as part of a plan when the evaluation supports them.
What Should You Expect?
Most patients feel clear about their situation after the first visit: what is likely contributing, what the plan is and what to expect from care. Treatment is not a series of blindly repeated visits; it is monitored and adjusted based on how you respond, and your questions are welcome at every step.
The clinic serves patients from downtown Orlando, SoDo, Lake Nona, Winter Park, Conway, Belle Isle, Edgewood and Maitland. See the Orlando location page for directions.