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In this video, Airrosti’s Casey Miller, DC explains the symptoms and causes of low back pain. Learn how Airrosti’s soft tissue treatment pinpoints and treats the injury directly at the source to provide rapid relief in an average of just three visits, based on patient-reported outcomes.
The lumbar spine, or low back, is a complex structure of interconnecting bones, joints, nerves, ligaments, and muscles that supports the weight of the upper body and provides mobility for everyday motions. As well-engineered as this complex system is, the lower back is also highly susceptible to injury.
Acute Injury
The single most common cause of lower back pain is a torn or pulled muscle and/or ligament. A low back sprain or strain can happen suddenly, or can develop slowly over time from repetitive movements. Strains occur when a muscle is stretched too far and tears, damaging the muscle itself.
Common causes of sprains and strains include:
While sprains and strains do not sound serious and don’t typically cause long term issues, they can be quite painful and severely interfere with daily activities, sleep, and exercise.
Chronic Injury
Pain is considered chronic once it lasts for more than three months and exceeds the body’s natural healing process. This is often the result of a disc problem (herniated disc), a joint problem, unresolved injury from past trauma, and/or irritated spinal nerve roots.
Injury to the lower back can present with a wide variety of symptoms. Pain can be mild and merely annoying or it can be severe and debilitating. It may start suddenly, or it could start slowly—possibly coming and going—and gradually get worse over time.
Depending on the underlying cause of the pain, symptoms can be experienced in a variety of ways.
Depending on the type and severity of the pain, traditional treatment options for low back pain typically include rest and activity modification, over-the-counter or prescription pharmaceuticals, back braces, steroid injections, or even surgery. The goal of medical treatments is to reduce pain, but these treatments do not change the underlying source of pain.
To treat and effectively resolve lower back pain, a thorough diagnosis is essential. Proper lower back pain treatment reduces the likelihood of recurrent back pain flare-ups and helps prevent the development of chronic lower back pain.
To treat and effectively resolve lower back and lumbar spine pain, a thorough diagnosis is essential. Proper treatment reduces the likelihood of recurrent flare-ups and helps prevent the development of a chronic condition.
This is one of the most common conditions we treat at Airrosti. Our approach leads to complete and rapid injury resolution in 89% of cases, helping eliminate the need for expensive imaging tests, long-term pain management programs, invasive procedures and pharmaceuticals.
Reviewed by Casey Crisp, Doctor of Chiropractic
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I have been suffering with pain in my lower abdominal area and lower back pain since 2018. I've had ALL kinds of tests and procedures done in the last few years with NO relief. After a few appointments and exercises to work on I'm FINALLY pain free!!! The only thing I regret is that I didn't find Airrosti SOONER!! Thank y'all so very much for helping me get so far in such short time! Y'all are AMAZING! Thank You 🙂
by Julie Manley
Low back pain and down legs off and on for a year or more. Saw a gentlemen with an Airrosti shirt on at lunch and chatted with him briefly. Heard about Airrosti a few years ago, but never followed up. Thought I'd give it a try now and so glad I did! In a few short visits and commitment to home stretches, my pain has gone away and I have been able to do physical activity I haven't been doing due to the ache. Very pleased for a first timer. Hope I don't come back but if I do have something going on... I know where to come.
by David Kerns
I have been an athlete all my life. Currently I am a competitive cyclist. The rigors of extended time spent in the saddle began to cause me severe lower back pain. I was referred to Kristina by a trusted acquaintance and fellow cyclist. Kristina quickly identified my contraindications and prescribed several exercises to remedy my situation. It has been around 6 months now and my lower back condition has since improved to the point I no longer have debilitating pain in training and competition. Many thanks Kristina and Airrosti!
by Christian Pierce
Dr. B listened to my issues with my lower back. She patiently assessed and helped with relieving my pain. Dr. B provided me with the tools to allow me to manage my improvement.
by N. Teresa Burr
Dr. Tong worked wonders for my lower back and sciatica issues within 3 sessions. And I realized an 80% improvement just after the first session. Her explanations of the condition and how to minimize pain were very helpful as well.
by Jeremy Kriska
I had been suffering from low back pain that traveled down to my toes for about 3-4 months. I tried medication, massage therapy, and acupuncture. I would get relief from these but it never resolved the issue. After just 3 visits and home physical therapy, my pain is gone. I am a big believer in Airrosti and Dr. Tong!
by Jessica Getz
Dr. Tong is wonderful. She is very attentive and quickly identified the issue causing my lower back pain. The pain is gone and I am more conscious of the bad habits that were causing me these issues thanks to her good advice. I would highly recommend.
by R Martinez
I came in to see Dr. Gibson with a lower back problem with pains and cramps shooting down to my hamstrings. The exercises she gave me were direct to the point. I’ve had these annoying issues for 2 months and now they are gone.
by Salvador Esparza
I have had nagging lower back pain for years. Heating pads...ibuprofen....streching....nothing worked. I was getting used to the idea that I will have back pain for the rest of.my.life. After 1 visit with Dr. Moore I was amazed that the pain was gone...completely. I was told to follow up with rehab at home.....didn't need to. What she did for my back pain was nothing short of a miracle. Go see the Dr. No Moore pain 😀
by Derik Long
I came in with severe lower back pain that was effecting my day to day activities. I immediately felt comfortable with Dr. Adewoye, she truly listened, was extremely friendly and easy to communicate with. I had three sessions over the course of a week and I am nearly back to 100%. I was also taught methods to recover in the event of a future re-injury that true do work and provide relief. Very thankful for Dr. Brittany Adewoye!
by Allie Bunch
I went to Dr. Celvenger with lower back pain that did not resolve with traditional PT services. She had me pain-free in 3 visits (plus homework). She was always responsive to a quick text through the app and I am very pleased with the results.
by Sallie Thieme
Saw Dr. Owens for chronic lower back pain. After a few sessions of hip flexor and psoas release along with at home stretches, pain is virtually gone. Excellent care by her and the entire team at the Rockwall clinic.
by Penny Dodd
I had lower back pain and sometimes it would go down to my upper thigh. I would be in pain if I walk more than 30 minutes to an hour. After having the first treatment with Dr. Moore—— I had no Moore pain! After listening to my story, she was able to diagnosed where my pain was coming from! She is also a hilarious person- which is a bonus! I would recommend her to anyone!
by Caroline Chu
I have had lower back pain on and off for years and recently more than usual hip pain. Dr. Gibson was able to identify the painful location and the problems causing the pain. Her deep tissue massage combined with physical therapy that I can do at home has been a tremendous relief. I highly recommend this type of treatment and this particular DC.
by Jana Hellsbusch
I started Aug 2021 at Airrosti with Dr. Lakin due to lower back pain. After 3 visits it was still painful so she ordered an MRI. That test changed my life and might have possibly saved it! It showed I had stage 4 Kidney Cancer that had already moved to my lower spine (I am 54). She immediately called me and sent me the report. I hurriedly found the other doctors I needed for treatment. She has texted me periodically checking on me. Had she not ordered that test, I would still be unaware! Forward to now Feb 2022-when my nerve pain in one leg due to surgery before kidney diagnosis I knew exactly who to go to. So far, only a few visits in she and Mason have worked together to give me the exercises and with her hands-on care, I am feeling ov...+ show moreer 70% better. I look forward to going for treatment with both Dr. Lakin and Mason as they truly care and treat you like family. I refer anyone who has issues to them. Again, her thoroughness, ability, and caring possibly saved my life!
by Sheri Cooper
I went to Dr. Garza’s office after being diagnosed with a hernia in my low back (L5). Even though the chances to heal were low, he put me on a 3 visits trial. I could stop taking anti-inflammatory and painkillers during his treatment. But the pain came back because of the size of my hernia. It needs surgery and he is helping me find a good choice for me. Dr. Garza is an Excellent professional, that treats his patients with ethics and respect.
by Aida Rincon
I hurt my lower back and I was in a lot of pain. I could not even sleep. A couple of days later, a friend highly recommended I give Airrosti a try. I called and got an appointment with Dr. Garza the same day. Dr. Garza was excellent, he listen to me and quickly figured out how to treat me. By the end of the session, I felt a lot better. That same day the PT Michelle sent me an easy-to-follow email (and text) with all my instructions and home exercises, this was key for me to stay on track. A week later I came back for a follow-up and I was almost 100 percent better and I was discharged a week earlier than anticipated. I highly recommended Dr. Garza he is very knowledgeable, caring, and has healing hands. Michelle was also great, she was ...+ show morevery patient and caring making sure I knew how to properly do the home exercises. They were both very professional and are a great team! Thank you both for making me feel so much better so quickly!
by Lori Weber
I received treatment from Dr. Matthys after injuring my lower back from exercising. Dr. Matthys was incredibly thorough, attentive, and detailed in his diagnosis and treatment. My injury occurred three months postpartum after welcoming my baby and Dr. Matthys helped me to understand that I am still healing and how to focus on improving my body in its current state. After only three in-person sessions, I am feeling so much better with virtually no pain and a solid plan to move forward.
by Quyen Carswell
I woke up one morning with excruciating back pain. I couldn't even bend over the sink to brush my teeth. The pain was in the center of my low back and it traveled around my right hip and down my right leg. I researched sciatic nerve pain and learned that it takes 4-6 weeks to heal. I suffered for that long and then began to see a chiropractor twice a week. Nothing was helping. A co-worker recommended Airrosti, and after 10 weeks I was open to anything. On my very first visit, my back pain decreased significantly! After a few more visits, and doing the recommended exercises, my back pain is gone! I am so happy I found Airrosti, and I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is suffering in pain!
by Celeste Bode
I have arthritis in my lower back and thought I’d have to live with the pain for the rest of my life. I had been to a pain specialist, who tried two different treatments which didn’t work. A friend recommended Airrosti, and it feels like a miracle happened! I went for four treatments, plus have been doing the exercises at home, and my back feels great! Thank you, Dr. Garza!
by Janis Henry