Low Back Pain

Low Back Pain Treatment in Lubbock, TX

Low back pain — pain in the lumbar spine, the five vertebrae between the ribcage and the pelvis — is the leading cause of disability worldwide. It affects people of every age, profession, and activity level. If you are dealing with low back pain in Lubbock, TX, Back 2 Health Chiropractic offers targeted, evidence-based care to get you moving comfortably again.

Dr. Brett Chavez, D.C. specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lumbar spine conditions. Whether your low back pain is acute (sudden onset) or chronic (persisting for months or years), Dr. Chavez will identify the specific structures involved and create a personalized treatment plan to address them directly.

Common Causes of Low Back Pain

The lumbar spine bears the majority of the body’s weight and is the most mechanically stressed region of the spine. As a result, it is also the most common site of spinal problems. Low back pain commonly originates from:

• Lumbar disc herniation — when the soft inner material of a disc pushes outward and presses on nearby nerves, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that may travel into the legs (sciatica)
• Degenerative disc disease — age-related wear on the lumbar discs that reduces their height and cushioning capacity
• Facet joint arthritis — degenerative changes in the small joints between vertebrae, causing stiffness and localized pain
• Lumbar muscle strain — overstretching or tearing of the muscles and ligaments supporting the lower back
• Spinal stenosis — narrowing of the spinal canal or nerve foramina that compresses spinal nerves
• Spondylolisthesis — a condition in which one vertebra slips forward over the one below it
• Sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction — dysfunction in the large joints connecting the spine to the pelvis

How We Treat Low Back Pain

At Back 2 Health Chiropractic, low back pain treatment is never one-size-fits-all. Dr. Chavez performs a thorough evaluation — including a full orthopedic and neurological examination and in-office X-rays — to identify the exact source of your pain before recommending care.

Treatment plans for low back pain often combine:

• Chiropractic adjustments — lumbar and sacral adjustments to restore joint mobility and reduce nerve irritation
• Spinal decompression therapy — for herniated, bulging, or degenerated lumbar discs
• Massage therapy — to reduce lumbar muscle spasm and improve tissue circulation
• Dry needling — targeting trigger points in the lumbar extensors, piriformis, and gluteal muscles
• Professional stretching — addressing tight hip flexors, hamstrings, and iliotibial bands that contribute to lumbar strain

Low Back Pain and Sciatica

Many patients with low back pain also experience sciatica — pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that travels from the low back through the buttock and down the leg. Sciatica is caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, most commonly by a herniated lumbar disc or bony spur. Chiropractic care and spinal decompression are among the most effective conservative treatments for sciatic nerve pain.

Chronic Low Back Pain

If you have been dealing with low back pain for months or years, you may have been told you just need to “live with it” or that surgery is your only option. Many patients have found significant — even complete — relief through comprehensive chiropractic care after years of suffering. Dr. Chavez has experience with chronic low back cases and will assess your situation honestly, referring you to an appropriate specialist if your condition genuinely requires it.

Schedule Your Low Back Pain Evaluation in Lubbock, TX

There is no reason to keep managing low back pain with medications that mask the problem without fixing it. Back 2 Health Chiropractic in Lubbock, TX provides real solutions for real relief. Call (806) 425-5973 or request your appointment online today.