Lower Back Pain Remedies

Lower back pain can be debilitating and significantly affect your daily activities. Not only that, but the pain can also become chronic and lead to further complications. At Chiropractic Centers of Drs. Campanella & Olivacz in Bel Air and Havre de Grace, MD, we offer various treatments to alleviate your aches and enhance your well-being. Before you visit us, take a look at some remedies that can provide relief below:

Consider a Chiropractic Adjustment

Visiting our chiropractors for an adjustment is one of the most effective ways to relieve lower back pain. These adjustments help properly align your spine, which restores mobility and reduces nerve irritation that causes discomfort. Before providing treatment, we chiropractors will identify the root cause of the pain and create a personalized care plan. Most patients experience significant pain relief after just a few chiropractic adjustments.

Try Heat Therapy

Applying heat is an easy at-home remedy for lower back pain relief. Try using a heating pad or hot water bottle on the affected area for 15-20 minutes a few times a day. The warmth will increase blood flow to relax tight muscles. You can also take warm baths or use heat wraps designed for the lower back. Just be sure not to fall asleep with heating devices on to avoid burns.

Stretch and Strengthen Your Core

Weak core muscles can contribute to lower back pain. You might start with core exercises like plans and bridges to build strength. Also, make sure to stretch your back carefully throughout the day. You can also ask our chiropractors to recommend safe stretches and strengthening exercises for your condition. Keeping your back muscles flexible and strong will provide lasting pain relief.

Maintain Good Posture

Slouching puts extra strain on your lower back, so it’s important to be mindful of your posture throughout the day. Sit upright with your shoulders back while working. Not only that but also make sure to get up and move around periodically if sitting for long periods. Proper posture takes the pressure off of your lower back muscles and discs.

Explore Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is an excellent complement to chiropractic care. The kneading and rubbing motions increase blood flow and relax tight muscles, while also loosening scar tissue that may contribute to back pain. When combined with chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy enhances treatment and accelerates the healing process

Contact Chiropractic Centers of Drs. Campanella & Olivacz for an Appointment Today

If you have lower back pain, our team at Chiropractic Centers of Drs. Campanella & Olivacz in Bel Air and Havre de Grace, MD, can help. To schedule your initial consultation, contact our Bel Air office at (410) 893-8339 or our Havre de Grace office at (410) 939-4488. We are happy to tell you more about our treatments and set you up with an appointment. When you need a chiropractor near you, we are ready to assist!