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Your Back Is Part of Almost Everything You Do
Standing up. Sitting down. Working. Driving. Lifting. Exercising. Sleeping. When your back hurts, the effects can follow you throughout the day.
Health First provides individualized evaluation and conservative care for patients experiencing back pain and stiffness, including discomfort that develops following accidents and injuries.
What Is Your Back Pain Keeping You From Doing?
Pain intensity isn’t the whole story. Back discomfort may make it harder to sit through the workday, bend comfortably, lift, stand for long periods, exercise, sleep, or change positions.
- Lower-back soreness
- Upper- or mid-back discomfort
- Muscle tightness
- Stiffness
- Pain with bending or changing positions
- Discomfort after sitting or standing
- Accident-related back pain
- Reduced comfortable movement
Why Back Pain Deserves an Individual Evaluation
Back pain can have many causes. Accidents, injuries, muscles, joints, soft tissues, and other medical conditions can all play a role. Responsible care starts by determining what may be contributing to your symptoms and whether the services available at Health First are appropriate for you.
How We Build a Care Plan
Your provider considers your symptoms, health history, functional limitations, and examination findings before recommending care.
Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic treatment may be considered for appropriate musculoskeletal complaints based on your evaluation.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy may be incorporated when muscle and soft tissue tension are contributing to your discomfort.
Heat Therapy
Heat may be used as a supportive modality in some circumstances.
Electrical Stimulation
Electrical stimulation may be used as an adjunctive therapy when clinically appropriate.
Back Pain Following a Car Accident
Collision forces may be followed by soreness, stiffness, and changes in movement. Tell your provider when symptoms began, how the collision occurred, and which activities now feel different.
Your Progress Should Connect to Real Life
Meaningful improvement may mean getting through the workday more comfortably, sitting in a vehicle with less discomfort, returning to normal activities, or moving with greater confidence. Your practical goals are an important part of your care plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I stay active or rest when my back hurts?
That depends on the cause and severity of your symptoms. Your provider can give recommendations based on your evaluation.
Do you provide care for accident-related back pain?
Yes. Health First evaluates and treats patients experiencing appropriate musculoskeletal symptoms following accidents.
Will I automatically receive a chiropractic adjustment?
No. Treatment recommendations depend on your evaluation and whether an adjustment is appropriate for you.
When does back pain need urgent medical attention?
Seek prompt or emergency care for severe or rapidly worsening symptoms, significant weakness or numbness, loss of bladder or bowel control, major trauma, or other serious symptoms.
Don’t Let Back Pain Define Your Routine
If back pain is changing how you work, move, sleep, or manage your day, find out what your next step should be.