When you have back pain in Mokena, IL Dr. Jonathan Bullock, Dr. Amy Kolesar, and Dr. Glen Nisivoccia of Frankfort Chiropractic & Physical Therapy have treatments and therapies that can help with relief. Back pain comes from many sources, and treatment is dependent on the cause in some cases.
Muscle Strain
Your back takes a lot of abuse. It has to hold you upright, and then you do things like try to pick up a heavy item using your back and not your legs. Your muscle strain can be the result of poor posture, being a couch potato, or being overweight.
Sciatica
The sciatic nerve runs alongside the spine and is the longest nerve in your body. It runs from the back, over the buttocks, and down the legs. When pressure is applied to it, pain follows. The pain can be in the form of shooting pain that burns or tingles down one leg at a time. It makes just doing normal things painful and difficult.
Degenerative Disc
Aging is not a good thing for your discs. You have 23 of them, and they are all vulnerable to aging. They can dry out, crack, or get thin. When the disc is not doing its job of cushioning the vertebrae, it can cause a lot of back pain and even numbness. When the disc is not there to cushion to vertebrae, they can develop bone spurs that add to the pain. Sitting can become especially painful.
Stenosis
Spinal stenosis is a condition that is usually the result of arthritis in your spine. The space inside the spine gets smaller, and it puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots. It is a risk factor for anyone over 50.
Falls or Accidents
Falls and accidents can result in back pain in Mokena, IL. They can cause immediate pain with bruising or a sprain and long-term effects if the disc has herniated or ruptured. Another common injury from a fall is a compression fracture which can be quite serious and require a long recovery with physical therapy.
Some of the treatments for back pain include chiropractic adjustments, therapeutic massage, acupuncture, therapeutic exercise, and physical therapy.
Contact Dr. Bullock, Dr. Kolesar, or Dr. Nisivoccia of Frankfort Chiropractic & Physical Therapy for back pain relief in Mokena, IL. We can be reached at (708) 478-3000 or on our website.