Whether you’re working at your desk, lifting boxes at home, or spending time with family at Webb Park, lower back pain can strike anywhere. It’s one of the most common reasons people throughout Crandall and Kaufman County visit the chiropractor. This type of pain can present as a dull ache, a sharp twinge, or a shooting sensation down one or both legs. When discomfort travels below the knee, it often points to sciatic nerve irritation from the lower spine.
Why It Happens
Everyday strain from lifting, twisting, or sitting too long can stress muscles and ligaments. Disc issues, such as bulging or herniated discs, can press on nerves. Wear and tear from arthritis and spinal changes may reduce mobility. And when vertebrae aren’t moving well, nerves get irritated and muscles tighten.
How Chiropractic Can Help
At Johnson Chiropractic, we start with a thorough evaluation, including an exam and X-rays when appropriate, to pinpoint the source of your pain. Rather than simply masking symptoms, we focus on identifying and correcting the underlying cause so your body can heal itself. Dr. Gary Johnson uses precise chiropractic adjustments to realign vertebrae, reduce nerve pressure, and release muscle tension.
Depending on your needs, we may complement care with:
- Moist heat and interferential current to ease pain and improve circulation
- Targeted traction to gently create space between vertebrae
- Non-surgical spinal decompression for disc-related pain
- FDA-approved cold laser therapy to calm inflammation
What to Expect
Most people start with a couple of visits per week and taper as pain decreases. Many see meaningful relief within a few weeks, often around 12 visits, depending on severity and goals.
Simple Tips to Try at Home
Keep moving with gentle range-of-motion exercises like flexing, extending, side-bending, and rotating—20 reps every 3 to 4 hours as tolerated. Ice the area to manage inflammation per your doctor’s guidance. And mind your posture, especially if you sit or drive a lot.
Feel Better, Starting Today
You don’t have to live with back pain. Whether it’s keeping you from weekend activities, making your workday miserable, or just wearing you down, we’re ready to help. Connect with Dr. Johnson and start on the path back to the life you love.