Low Back Pain and NUCCA
The lumbar spine, consisting of 5 connected segments separated by sturdy discs, forms the foundation of your spine. While designed to be naturally durable and pressure-resistant, this critical area requires proper balance and alignment to function optimally. When misalignment occurs, the supporting structure weakens, affecting smooth spinal motion and often leading to pain.
This misalignment can progress to more serious conditions, including herniated discs and nerve compression. When disc problems put pressure on nearby nerves, it can result in sciatica – pain that radiates from the low back into the buttock, leg, and sometimes even the foot.
Most low back pain stems from one of two sources:
- Past trauma to the head, neck, or spine – even minor injuries can damage the connective tissue holding spinal segments together
- Repetitive stress from frequent or improper movements that gradually wear down spinal alignment
While soft tissues like muscles and ligaments typically heal within weeks after injury, the spine often remains misaligned. This leads to a cycle where occasional pain episodes become more frequent and intense over time. Eventually, this progression can result in chronic muscle tension, disc problems, sciatica, and early arthritis.
How can an Upper Cervical Chiropractor Help Low Back Pain?
Our approach begins with a comprehensive spinal analysis and postural assessment to identify the root cause of your low back pain. Using precise X-ray imaging, we measure any misalignment and determine the exact correction needed. Through gentle, specific adjustments, we restore proper spinal alignment and overall body balance.
This specialized NUCCA technique relieves spinal stress and nerve compression, allowing your body to heal naturally. Many patients experience immediate improvement in their low back pain, while others notice gradual relief as their spine stabilizes in its correct position.
Ready to address your low back pain at its source? Contact us to learn how our specialized care can help restore your spinal health.