Treatment of Back Pain

askdrgoldberg.com Because the muscles, ligaments, bones, discs and nerves that comprise your spinal column are so interconnected, it’s often difficult to determine without a comprehensive exam and X-rays, exactly what the cause of your pain may be.Also, an injury or stress in one area, can lead to additional problems in a kind of “domino effect.” For instance, a simple muscle strain may cause you to compensate by carrying your weight differently which can lead to an overall imbalance in the spine or strain on different muscles creating additional problems. Common treatments of upper and lower back pain include everything from bed rest to surgery. REMEMBER Pain is NOT the natural state of the body, nor is it a “normal” side effect of aging. Pain is the body’s way of telling you something is wrong! The best solution is to identify the cause of your pain and correct it-not simply mask the symptoms.Any of the following treatments can be effective, but most have associated risks of which you should be aware. For this reason it is best to consult with a trusted healthcare practitioner, especially if pain is severe or prolonged. Contact our Office at 888-367-5090. Chiropractic is a natural form of treatment that operates on the premise that the body is designed to heal itself. Chiropractors actually have more training than a traditional general or family care physician. Chiropractors use gentle spinal adjustments to correct spinal misalignment and relieve pressure on sensitive …