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Back pain may have many causes and may present itself in many forms. Back pain may be a signal that there are other, underlying health problems. If back pain persists and does not get better by itself, the safest thing to do is consult an expert. Fortunately, many types of back pain may respond to natural treatments that are available at Axis Chiropractic Center.
The basic types of back pain include:
Acute pain usually lasts less than 3 to 6 months, or may be directly related to tissue damage.
Chronic pain lasts for an extended period of time. It may be caused by an identifiable pain generator such as an injury or medical condition. Chronic pain may also exist without an identifiable pain generator. For example, the injury causing the pain may have already healed.
Neuropathic pain is also called nerve pain. In most types of neuropathic pain, all signs of the original injury are usually gone and the pain is not related to an observable injury or condition. Certain nerves may continue to send pain messages to the brain even though there is no ongoing tissue damage.
Your care team at Axis Chiropractic Center will gather information on your medical history and your back pain symptoms. After an examination, which may include X-rays, observation of your mobility and a hands-on assessment, your doctor will determine a plan of treatment, which may include natural therapies such as:
To schedule a visit to have your back pain treated, please call 206-241-2225.