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For many people, back pain may last only a few weeks, but for others the pain becomes chronic and debilitating. Chiropractors will primarily perform adjustments to the spin and other parts of the body to correct alignment problems and support the body's natural ability to heal itself. Not only will your chiropractor specifically treat the pain, but the treatment will also enhance general function and improve quality of life. About 22 million Americans visit chiropractors annually for back pain relief. Approximately 35% of these are seeking relief from back pain caused by accidents, sports injuries and muscle strains. Back pain is one of the most common medical complaints and the site for pain is found more often at the lower back which carries most of your weight. Spinal Manipulation Chiropractic spinal manipulation is a safe and effective spine pain treatment that reduces pain, decreases medication, rapidly advances physical therapy and requires very few passive forms of treatment, such as bed rest. After an extensive study of care for low back problems available, the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research (a federal government research organization), recommended that low back pain sufferers choose the most conservative care first. It was also recommended that spinal manipulation was the only safe and effective, drugless form of initial professional treatment for acute back pain problems in adults. Some tips for preventing back pain include: * Maintain a healthy diet and weight
* Remain active, under the supervision of your chiropractor
* Avoid prolonged inactivity or bed rest
* Warm up or stretch before exercising or other physical activities
* Maintain proper posture
* Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes
* Sleep on a mattress of medium firmness to minimize any curve in your spine
* Lift with your knees, keep the object close to your body and do not twist when lifting
* Quit smoking because it can impair blood flow, resulting in oxygen and nutrient deprivation to spinal tissues
* Work with your chiropractor to ensure that your computer workstation is ergonomically correct You can seek advice from your chiropractor not just for when you are in pain. Chiropractors use spinal manipulation to keep the spine in proper alignment, which can prevent as well as treat your injury. Regular visits to your chiropractor can help to prevent back pain from occurring. If you do experience back pain, do not way to visit your chiropractor. Pain is a sign that something is wrong and waiting to get treated can cause worsening of your condition. Most pain or discomfort can be checked by your chiropractor, which will allow you to get relief and recover from the condition. Your chiropractor can help eliminate and further prevent your back pain caused by various outside forces acting in on your back. Don't wait to find relief for your pain, act now by contacting your chiropractor in Palm Harbor, FL.
Dr. Andrew Levin is an experienced Palm Harbor chiropractor. Practicing in Palm Arbor since 1992, Dr. Levin, chiropractor in Palm Harbor, FL, offers a full array of chiropractic services and treatments including arthritis, personal injuries, sports injuries, headaches, whiplash, sleep apnea, scoliosis and many more.
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