Back Pain Relief

According to Health New Zealand, approximately 80% of people experience low back pain at least once in their life. This type of discomfort can feel like sharp or dull pain and cause significant disruptions to daily life.

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What Are the Common Causes?

Back pain isn’t usually caused by one dramatic incident (e.g., a sports injury) but rather by an accumulation of micro-traumas over time. Factors such as poor posture, repetitive motions, improper lifting, and even sleeping habits can weaken the spine and eventually result in discomfort.

Many people find that their back pain began after a seemingly simple activity, like bending over to pick up a towel or reaching for something on a high shelf. These small, everyday motions can trigger pain because of underlying issues that have built up over the years. When these micro-traumas accumulate, they can create a “tipping point” where a minor movement becomes the final straw, leading to significant discomfort.

The Role of Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care differs from conventional medicine in that it addresses the root cause of back pain rather than just alleviating symptoms. The spine houses the nervous system, which controls and coordinates every function in the body. Even small misalignments in the spine can disrupt communication between the brain and body, leading to dysfunction and discomfort.

Our chiropractors aim to correct these misalignments by identifying the underlying causes—the “fire” and “spark” that led to the issue. For example, a problem in the neck might be the source of lower back pain, as the nervous system is interconnected. By correcting spinal misalignments, chiropractic care helps restore proper function, allowing the body to heal naturally.

Is Back Pain Normal?

Many people wonder if back pain is just a part of life, but there is no such thing as “normal” back pain. Discomfort in the spine, even if it’s mild, indicates that something is wrong.

The pain or symptom you’re experiencing isn’t the problem—it’s a signal of an underlying issue, much like a check engine light in your car. The light isn’t the problem; it’s what you notice. The real issue lies deeper, in the body’s ‘engine’.”
Dr Mohammed

Addressing Concerns: Will It Get Worse?

Ignoring or pushing through back pain can lead to further complications. Left unchecked, it often worsens over time, much like a punctured car tyre that will degrade if not repaired.

Even if symptoms temporarily subside, the underlying problem can continue to develop, leading to compensatory changes in the body that create new issues. This cycle of compensation can result in chronic pain and more severe dysfunction. Chiropractic care at Papakura Chiropractic can quickly break this cycle by addressing the root cause.

Back Pain Relief Papakura, AUK | (09) 298 7766