Lumbar Treatment in Carrollton, TX
Your lumbar spine, the five vertebrae of your lower back, carries much of your body's weight and makes bending, lifting, and twisting possible. When the lumbar spine becomes misaligned, it can cause pain throughout the lower back and nerve pain that radiates down the legs. At Premier Health Chiropractic & Wellness Center, we provide natural lumbar treatment that realigns the spine, restores proper nervous system function, and helps keep your lower back pain-free.
Understanding Lumbar Pain
Lumbar misalignment places additional pressure on the intervertebral discs, which can lead to disc problems such as bulging discs and herniated discs. Irritation of the nerves that exit the lower spine can also produce sciatica and radiating leg pain.
Common Causes of Lumbar Pain
- Lifting, bending, or twisting injuries
- Prolonged sitting and poor posture
- Muscle strains and ligament sprains
- Disc bulges, herniations, and degeneration
- Car accidents and falls
- Pregnancy-related postural changes
- Flat feet and other foot imbalances
Symptoms of a Lumbar Problem
Lumbar problems may cause dull aching or sharp pain in the lower back, stiffness that is worse in the morning, pain that increases with sitting or bending, pain radiating into the buttocks or legs, and numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs or feet.
How Chiropractic Treats the Lumbar Spine
Chiropractic is a natural way to align your spine for proper nervous system function and keep your body pain-free. We create a care plan around your body's needs to ensure your lumbar spine properly supports your body. Treatment may include:
- Spinal adjustments to restore motion and alignment in the lower back and pelvis
- Non-surgical spinal decompression for disc-related pain
- Electric muscle stimulation and therapeutic ultrasound for muscle spasm and inflammation
- Core strengthening and stabilization exercises
- Postural restoration and custom arch supports
Quality Chiropractic Care With Premier Health
Our team is dedicated to providing the best chiropractic care for your body and helping you live a healthier, happier life. Dr. Khayal performs a full-body examination to diagnose subluxations and musculoskeletal injuries, then works with you to create a treatment plan tailored to your needs. Learn more about our back pain treatment and spine treatment.
Schedule Lumbar Treatment
If you are ready to begin your chiropractic care, schedule a free consultation. Our North Carrollton office serves Plano, The Colony, Frisco, Lewisville, and surrounding communities. Explore all of our services and conditions we treat, or call (972) 713-9355.
Lumbar Treatment FAQs
What is the lumbar spine?
The lumbar spine is the lower back, made up of five vertebrae that support much of the body's weight and allow bending, lifting, and twisting.
Can lumbar misalignment cause leg pain?
Yes. Misalignment in the lumbar spine can irritate the nerves that travel into the legs, causing sciatica, numbness, tingling, or radiating pain.
How does a chiropractor treat lower back pain?
Treatment may include spinal adjustments, spinal decompression, electric muscle stimulation, ultrasound therapy, and core strengthening exercises tailored to your condition.
Can lumbar treatment help a herniated disc?
Yes. Realigning the lumbar spine and using spinal decompression can reduce pressure on herniated or bulging discs and relieve nerve irritation.
Why does my lower back hurt more when I sit?
Sitting increases pressure on the lumbar discs, especially with poor posture. Correcting alignment and posture and taking frequent breaks can help.
When should I see a chiropractor for lower back pain?
Schedule an evaluation if pain lasts more than a few days, keeps returning, radiates into your legs, or interferes with sleep and daily activities.
How can I prevent lumbar pain from returning?
Maintain good posture, strengthen your core, use proper lifting technique, stay active, and follow the home exercises in your care plan.