Why Medications aren’t Recommended for Low Back Pain
Bottom Line:
Although NSAID medications can be purchased over the counter, it doesn't mean they don't have risks and dangers. Although, in extreme cases OTC anti-inflammatory medication may help decrease pain and allow for more movement and more successful treatment.
Why it Matters:
Over the past twenty years, we have been witnesses to low back pain changing the landscape of the American healthcare system forever. The numbers of patients, missed work days, decreased productivity, and cost of treatment nationally has been staggering.
· It’s estimated that 100,000 people are hospitalized each year from NSAID related complications.
· Each day, it’s estimated that 100 people pass away as a result of opioid overdoses.
Leading healthcare organizations have taken note and now recommend that movement-based care, such as chiropractic and/or physical therapy are explored for most low back issues before medications. Research indicates most condition show significant improvement with 4-6 week of this style of care.
This type of care typically includes improving motion, decreasing muscles tightness, and increasing strength with a well-designed treatment plan.
The added benefit? Overall, the majority of people who explore chiropractic care as an option take far fewer medications for their pain than those who don't.
Why? Because it works. It has been a tried and true method for successfully treating a wide range of musculoskeletal pain syndromes.
The care that chiropractors deliver ranks at the top of nearly every list! We, at ProMove believe in our care and have seen great success with our Pro-Movement based care.
Next Steps:
Medications are designed to mask the pain, not fix the problem. Pain is not the problem, pain is the sign that something is wrong.
Receiving a complete and comprehensive evaluation is the first step towards finding relief.
After getting to the problem behind your pain presentation, we can work together on designing a successful care plan to help you reduce your pain and reach your health and fitness goals.
If you're residing in Omaha and searching for an 'Omaha chiropractor', you don't need to look further. At ProMove Chiropractic & Performance, we offer an integrative, movement-based approach to help address your pain rather than merely covering up the symptoms with medication. As your local Omaha chiropractor, Dr. Sealey can provide a comprehensive evaluation and design a personalized treatment plan to address the root cause of your low back pain.
When you're typing 'chiropractor near me' into a search engine, you're seeking a practitioner who can genuinely help you address your pain and improve your quality of life. With our dedicated, evidence-based approach, we aim to do just that. Dr. Sealey's deep understanding of musculoskeletal conditions enables him to provide treatment options tailored specifically to your needs.
If you or someone you know is struggling with low back pain, call us today. 402.915.4901.
Dalton Sealey DC, CSCS
ProMove Chiropractic & Performance
402.915.4901
drsealey@promovechiropractic.com
If you're dealing with persistent low back pain, don't hesitate to reach out to your trusted Omaha chiropractor today at 402.915.4901. Let's work together to create a plan that will effectively manage your pain and get you back to enjoying your life.
Science Source(s):
Noninvasive Treatments for Chronic Low Back Pain. American College of Physicians. 2017