Austin Lower Back Pain Treatments Target Pinched Nerves
The lower back is one of the most common locations of chronic pain and is one of the more 
common conditions we treat at Whitehead Chiropractic. The rib cage supports and stabilizes the spine in the thoracic area, but the lower back vertebrae have no such support system. Although this makes the lower back highly mobile, it also makes it more likely to suffer from a misalignment or injury. Our Austin lower back pain treatments consist of advanced techniques that can alleviate the pain, correct the misalignments and underlying causes, such as a pinched nerve, which can result in a number of other conditions.
Lower Back Pain, Pinched Nerves, Sciatica,
Hip Pain and Leg Pain Therapy
A misaligned spine is a common cause for back pain as the misaligned vertebrae can be pressing down on nerves. A pinched nerve can result in sciatica, hip pain and leg pain, all of which our chiropractor Dr. Wendee Whitehead has effectively treated.
The initial appointment begins with a comprehensive, in-depth examination, a detailed history of the injury or condition, functional testing if needed and evaluation. Dr. Whitehead utilizes these assessment tools to pinpoint the cause of the pain or discomfort, and then determine the course and method of treatment. Treatment methods may include rehabilitation and strengthening, The Gonstead Technique, Upper Cervical Care, Activator Methods, the Thompson Terminal Point Technique or the Cox-Flexion Distraction table, to name a few.
At our chiropractic clinic, Dr. Whitehead can offer treatment programs for common causes of low back pain that include trigger points, accidents and sports injuries, arthritis, obesity, poor posture, stress and several conditions directly related to the lower spine that often lead to pain in the area. Those conditions include subluxations, or a misalignment of bones in the spine, herniated discs, which are bulging or ruptured discs, and sprains, strains and muscle spasms. Sprains, strains and spasms are often caused by overworking the ligaments and muscles in the area which can result in pain, swelling and tightness due to small tears in the tissues. Subluxations and herniated discs can lead to the pinched nerves that cause sciatica, hip pain and leg pain in addition to pain in the lower back.
The techniques Dr. Whitehead employs are designed to adjust the spine and correct the underlying problem by using the proper adjustment method. Adjustments are one of the most common treatments for lower back pain that can often result in immediate relief and an eradication of related symptoms. One of the techniques our chiropractor uses is The Gonstead Technique, which employs extensive testing and evaluation to determine the weak link requiring adjustment. Dr. Whitehead is one of only a handful of Austin chiropractors using this technique, despite the amazing results of this method. Depending on the cause of the weak link, Dr. Whitehead may also use Thompson Terminal Point, which uses a special drop table or Activator Methods, which employs use of a small hand tool for precise adjustments.
Adjustments are effective because they realign the spine which, in turn, relieves pressure on nerves that may have been causing sciatica, hip pain and leg pain. Additionally, Dr. Whitehead is Board Certified in Rehabilitation and Strengthening. For lower back pain patients, once Dr. Whitehead has been able to alleviate the pain through specific adjustments, she may design a custom strengthening program to improve the core muscle group. The core muscles help support the upper and lower back and a strong core can minimize the recurrence of lower back pain.
To schedule an appointment at Whitehead Chiropractic, please call 512-368-4960 today.
