Most people are challenged by back pain at some point in their lives. In fact, back pain impacts millions of Americans each year and is recognized as one of the main causes why workers miss work or need medical care. If back pain disrupts your life and you live or work in the greater Northeast Philadelphia, PA, area, Dr. Jean Fontaine at Vitasource Chiropractic & Rehabilitation can assist in finding the back pain relief you seek.
Common Cause & Symptoms of Back Pain
The following represent the most common causes of back pain –
Strained Back Muscles and Sprained Ligaments
Frayed or overstretched soft tissues can cause back pain and stiffness that limits one range of motion.
Disc Problems
The discs that cushion the vertebrae may herniate, bulge, or become misaligned.
Osteoarthritis
This refers to the degeneration of joint cartilage that typically develops over years.
Osteoporosis
A condition that causes an individual's bones to become brittle and weak, making them vulnerable to injury, fracture, etc.
Spinal Stenosis
Stenosis to a narrowing in the spinal canal.
Excess Weight
Carrying excessive weight can cause excess pressure and back pain.
Skeletal Issues
Scoliosis and other skeletal issues may cause abnormal spinal curvatures.
In addition to finding it challenging to stand upright or walk for extended periods, the symptoms of back pain may also include -
- Varying pain - from a dull ache to a sharp, intense pain
- Muscle spasms
- Tender/sore muscles
- Reduced or limited range of motion
- Tingling or numbness
If your symptoms persist or your pain remains chronically severe, it is crucial to consult with a healthcare provider.
Chiropractic Treatment Options for Back Pain
With his experience and cutting-edge tech solutions, Dr. Fontaine provides extraordinary and individualized care to each client, using these chiropractic adjustment techniques –
- Physiotherapy
- Spinal Decompression Therapy
- Therapeutic exercise to customize his treatments
Other treatment options include –
Shockwave Therapy
The Extracorporeal Pulse Activation technique is based on a unique set of pressure waves that -
- Stimulate the metabolism.
- Enhance blood circulation.
- Accelerate the healing process
With this therapeutic intervention, the tissue gradually regenerates, and in time, the tissue heals. This treatment method can help with back pain plus discomfort in your -
- Shoulders
- Back and Chest
- Upper/Lower Extremities
- Foot and Ankle
- Myofascial Trigger Points
Pro-Adjuster
The Pro-Adjuster is a Specific automatic Chiropractic adjustment. It analyzes and interprets joint motion and provides precise adjustments based on each patient's data.
Call for a Back Pain Consultation Near You.
If you live in and around Northeast Philadelphia, PA, and would like more information regarding available back pain relief treatments, contact Dr. Fontaine at Vitasource Chiropractic & Rehabilitation at 215-276-2250 or online.