Lower Back Pain Workplace Injuries: Causes and Treatment
- Posted on: May 8 2016
Low back pain (lumbar) can range from mild to severe. While discomfort of the lower back is one of the most common types of pain anywhere on the human body, it doesn’t make it any easier to deal with when you are suffering. Lower back pain is described as the pain that results from a strain or sprain in the lower portion of the spine and it is often associated with injuries in the workplace.
As something that can occur from just sitting in a chair for too long, many individuals who work desk jobs in an office are at risk for developing chronic low back pain. In these instances, low back pain can gradually build up until you are dealing with a debilitating pain every day. But if your job requires lifting or moving heavy materials, you may be more at risk for developing a serious pain in your lower back, as frequent straining of muscles and abnormal movements can injure even the healthiest people.
For chronic or acute low back pain, a chiropractor can assist in eliminating your discomfort in a number of ways. First and foremost, a chiropractor can provide spinal manipulation and manual manipulation to the back that can allow for realignment. A chiropractor can also help you to increase the flexibility and mobility of your lower back, restoring your range of motion after a lower back injury. Other forms of possible chiropractic treatment for pain in the lower back includes massage, exercise, and alternating between heat and ice therapy.
Dr. Jeff Mollins, has been practicing in downtown Brooklyn for more than 25 years. His practice is unique in that he specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and documentation of work related injuries. Lower back pain can be debilitating, Dr. Mollins is here to help. Be sure to schedule a visit to our Brooklyn chiropractic office as soon as possible after you start experiencing pain, whether it seemed to stem from nothing in particular or you were injured on the job. Together, we can develop a treatment plan that will have you on the mend and maintaining a better standard of care for yourself in the future. Contact us today at 347-657-9521.
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