Back pain is more than a nuisance. It can be completely debilitating and permeate every area of your life. Dr. Jeff Zwierstra and the team at Z Chiropractic and Decompression are dedicated to helping the residents in and around Fort Worth, TX, find freedom from their pain and reclaim their quality of life.
Chiropractic Care for Back Pain
The back is a complex, intricate system consisting of muscles, bones, discs, nerves, connective tissue, and more. All of these work together to hold your body upright and support you through your daily activities.
Unfortunately, those same daily activities, as well as sudden accidents, can impact the alignment and health of all these components. When that occurs, back pain can prevent you from carrying out even simple tasks.
Chiropractic care is a field that focuses on restoring health and alignment to the musculoskeletal system through the most natural methods available. While these methods can differ according to the provider and the individual’s needs, below are some of the most effective ones offered by Dr. Zwierstra at Z Chiropractic and Decompression in Fort Worth, TX.
Adjustments
Adjustments are a common technique for treating misalignments within the musculoskeletal system. They involve using a controlled amount of force that is applied either manually or through the use of a handheld instrument. This force shifts any misaligned bones back into place, which removes pressure from the surrounding components.
Decompression Therapy
Spinal decompression is a gentle, non-surgical method through which the spinal column is stretched. The patient lies on a table while the lower segment of that table gently and slowly moves. This movement creates space in the spinal column, removes pressure from the discs and nerves, and pulls herniated discs back into place.
Electrical Stimulation Therapy
Electrical stimulation therapy emits small electrical currents into the body. These currents cause the muscles to contract and relax. As they do, blood is pulled to the area, which stimulates healing. It also helps release muscle spasms.
Therapeutic Exercises
Both stretching and strengthening movements can be used to target troubled areas of the spine. Depending on the exact needs, these exercises can relieve tension, stretch the spinal column, improve blood flow, strengthen support muscles, and stimulate healing in the tissues.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a centuries-old technique used to treat various conditions. It can help block pain signals to the brain and stimulate healing in the treatment area.
Dr. Zwierstra will determine and combine the best techniques for your individual needs after thoroughly assessing your musculoskeletal system. For optimal and lasting relief from back pain, call (817) 849-2165 to schedule an appointment at Z Chiropractic and Decompression in Fort Worth, TX, today.