So you went to the Chiropractor but a few days later, you still have that same back pain. Let’s talk about why you may have had a hit or miss situation with your Chiropractor. For more information, keep reading, but if you’d rather watch the video click here.
Chiropractors
There are many different kinds of chiropractors, but when a patient sets foot in any chiropractor’s office, there’s always the same expectation that they will be leaving more relieved than when they came in. Chiropractors fix misalignments in spines by popping it back into place with hands-on treatments.
Why am I still in pain?
The number one reason why you still may be feeling the same pain you went in with is because they didn't treat the root of the issue and possibly only performed joint mobilization. Joint mobilization doesn’t address the root cause of your pain or why your back may be in a certain position.
With the help of a physical therapist, you can do some at-home corrective exercises that will help address the root of the issue using your core and abdominal muscles to activate your body and maintain a better position.
Based on your symptoms, a physical therapist can recommend:
Corrective exercises to address the underlying cause. This will prevent your body from going back into that “stuck” position or limited position that’s causing you pain. This activates your body and helps you get long-term relief.
EXERCISE 1: Posterior-Pelvic Tilt
Lay down on your back, bend your knees upwards, arch your back, and push your back down. Your hips should be rocking back and forth as you arch your back up and down. Repeat this 5 times and hold the position for 5 seconds. This activity will help stabilize your back, but make sure you’re working with a physical therapist who can guide you to activate the right muscles with this exercise.
EXERCISE 2: Touch Your Toes
Stand up, hang down, reach for your toes, and hold this position for 10 seconds. Repeat this exercise 10 times. This exercise stretches out your lower back muscles, releases tension, and helps bring more mobility to the muscles. You can also do this activity when sitting.
Tight muscles restrict your joints, prevent your ability to move around freely, and cause pain. Connect with a physical therapist for more guidance on how to perform these activities correctly. Call or text “BACK PAIN” to 301-900-3226 and we’ll help you recover from your back pain.
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