Low Back Pain Treatment in Sulphur Springs, TX
Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people see a doctor. Most adults will deal with it at some point. The good news is that most low back pain gets better, and there is a lot you can do to help it along.
What causes low back pain?
Most of the time, low back pain comes from the muscles, joints, and discs of the lower spine being irritated or overloaded. It might start after lifting, yard work, a long drive, or for no clear reason at all. Stress, poor sleep, and sitting still for long stretches can make it feel worse.
Many people worry that something is "out of place" or badly damaged. Scans of people with no pain often show disc bulges and "wear and tear," so these findings are common and do not always explain pain. You can read more in our post on what your MRI really means.
What helps
Research guidelines for low back pain agree on a few key points:
Stay active. Gentle movement usually helps more than bed rest. See our post Move a Little, a Lot.
Exercise matters. For pain that lasts, exercise is one of the best supported treatments. Read what new research suggests about exercise and long lasting low back pain.
Hands-on care can help. Spinal manipulation and soft tissue work are reasonable options, especially paired with exercise.
How we can help
At Pacheco Spine and Sport, your first visit includes an exam and a movement screen. We look at how you move, what makes your pain better or worse, and what you want to get back to. Then we build a plan that fits you.
Your care may include:
Chiropractic adjustments to improve how the joints of your spine and hips move
Dry needling for tight, tender spots in the low back and hip muscles
Soft tissue release and IASTM or cupping to help muscles relax and move more freely
Rehab and sport performance exercise to build strength and confidence so the pain is less likely to come back
We will explain what we find in plain language and give you simple things to do at home. Our goal is to help you need us less over time, not more.
When to get checked right away
Most back pain is not dangerous. Please seek urgent medical care if you have back pain with loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness in the groin or inner thighs, leg weakness that is getting worse, fever, unexplained weight loss, a history of cancer, or pain after a serious fall or accident.
Book a visit
If low back pain is getting in the way of work, sleep, or the things you love, we would be glad to help.
Book Online or call 903-629-5126.
Pacheco Spine and Sport, 1067 Gilmer Street, Suite C, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482
This page is for general education and is not a substitute for a personal medical exam.
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