Lower Back Pain
Lower Back Strengthening Exercises
There are several pathways to strengthen the lower back. This may include club workouts, personal trainers, exercise videos and other health care prescribed programs. This article outlines 6 basic actions that can be done at home or work with very little time invested in the routine. Prior to performing this group of strengthening exercises, the […]
I’m Pregnant, Can I Have Chiropractic Treatment?
Chiropractic care is often utilized for lower back pain during pregnancy. Back pain is the most common complaint of women seeking care when pregnant. It has been reported that up to 50% of pregnancies manifest lower back pain. Chiropractic treatment has been recommended by obstetricians as they recognize the importance of their patient’s comfort during […]
Sacroiliac Joint Pain
The sacroiliac joint is one of the largest joints in the body. It has two very important functions. It provides elasticity to the pelvis which is necessary with childbirth and it serves as a buffering mechanism between the spine and the hip joints. Strong ligaments are located on the front and back of the joint. […]
Low Back Pain and the Lumbar Facet Syndrome
Facet syndrome is a common biomechanical problem of the lower back. The facets are the small joints that allow spinal vertebra movement. The joints are located on either side of the spinal canal and just behind the disc, which is located in the front of the spinal canal. The joints help limit spinal joint movement […]
Lower Back Braces
Doctors who treat lower back injuries are sometimes asked by their patients if they should wear a lower back brace or support during treatment, at work or indefinitely. When braces were first used for lower back pain, it was thought that it would help to stabilize the back and prevent further injury. This is the […]