Back pain is a very common complaint. Over 80% of people will experience low back pain (or lumbar pain) during their lives. It's one of the most common reasons people see a doctor or are unable to work. Just because it is common, doesn’t make it acceptable or normal. Pain is never normal, it is a message from your body that there is something wrong. Whether it is a spinal misalignment, muscle issues, postural problems or other imbalances.

When deciding how to handle back pain, it helps to think about the design of the back. The bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons need to be in good working order to function properly and a problem with any area may be to blame for pain or functional issues. Low back pain that is often characterized by a low level of chronic pain that sometimes “flares up” or gets worse, is made worse by certain positions or activities, and may be accompanied by shooting pain which may indicate symptomatic degenerative disc(s). Southwest Spine Center will help you identify and treat the cause of the problem instead of simply masking the pain. This is accomplished by using diagnostic tools such as X-Rays, MRI or other imaging along with performing a thorough physical exam.

Treatment at Southwest Spine Center combines the best of all available therapy including spinal decompression, traditional and modern chiropractic adjustments, low level or cold light laser therapy by Erchonia, massage therapy and trigger point work, acupuncture and physiotherapy such as electric muscle stimulation (EMS), intersegmental traction (IST), heat, ice, ultrasound, muscle-release techniques, percussion and more without the use of drugs, injections or surgery.

Go a step further and think about the process. If you are in pain, your body is telling you there is something wrong. Taking medication or getting injections to cover the pain will only mask the problem and allow the underlying issue to get worse. It is a slow road to surgery in many cases. Instead of quieting the message, listen to the body and correct the problem before it gets worse!

Southwest Spine Center focuses on eliminating the pain first and foremost. Once the pain is gone Southwest Spine will take the next step with you and help you increase your flexibility, strengthen your muscles and improve your posture and balance as well. Our customized and thorough treatments are designed to end you back pain and help you to prevent the pain from coming back.