Low Back Pain
Low back pain can develop gradually due to poor postural control and induced spinal strain. It can also occur unexpectedly due to lifting heavy objects, an awkward twisting motion, or door trauma, such as a fall or accident.
How does it Occur
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Poor Postural Control: Inadequate neurological activation of spinal stabilizers can lead to excessive strain on the lower back.
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Improper Spinal Loading: Repetitive or uneven distribution of weight on the spine can contribute to pain and injury.
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Muscle Strain: Overuse or incorrect movement patterns can strain muscles and ligaments.
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Herniated Disc: A slipped or bulging disc can press on nerves, causing pain and discomfort.
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Arthritis & Degeneration: Age-related changes in the spine, such as osteoarthritis, can contribute to pain.
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Nerve Compression: Conditions like sciatica result from compressed nerves, leading to sharp, radiating pain.
Possible Causes
How can chiropractic help with neck and shoulder pain?
The neck does more than just move.
The neck must not only be able to move freely. The nervous system constantly uses information from the neck to help coordinate movement, muscle tension, and posture.
Therefore, when dealing with neck and shoulder pain, MijnCHIRO looks not only at the painful muscle or stiff joint, but also at how the neck, shoulders, and surrounding muscles work together.
When the body starts to compensate
When this cooperation is disrupted, some muscles may constantly work harder while other areas move less well. As a result, tension, stiffness, and pain can also manifest outside the neck, for example around the shoulder blade or the shoulder.
Looking beyond just the painful spot
During the examination, movement, muscle tension, and the way different areas work together are assessed.
The goal is to understand which pattern may be contributing to the complaint and to tailor the treatment accordingly.
Aimed at less pain and freer movement
The treatment is aimed at reducing pain and irritation and improving movement and function.
Which chiropractic is used depends on what is found during the examination.
How we tackle the problem
Reduce pain
The first step is to calm the complaint and make movement more comfortable again.
Better Integration
The treatment focuses on the cooperation between the nervous system, the joints, and the muscles.
Move more freely
The goal is for the body to move more easily again and better cope with daily strain.