What It Is: Muscle strains occur when muscles or tendons in the lower back are overstretched or torn, leading to pain and stiffness. This can happen suddenly or develop over time due to repetitive use.

Causes: Common causes include overuse, improper lifting techniques, sudden movements, sports injuries, and poor posture. Activities that involve twisting or heavy lifting can also contribute to muscle strains.

Symptoms: Symptoms of muscle strains include localized pain, muscle spasms, stiffness, swelling, and difficulty moving. The pain may worsen with movement and improve with rest.

Typical Treatment: Typical treatment options include rest, ice or heat application, physical therapy, and chiropractic adjustments to realign the spine.

Our Approach: At Peak Performance Chiropractic Center, we take a comprehensive approach to treating muscle strains. We combine chiropractic adjustments with personalized physical therapy plans, targeted exercises, and ergonomic advice to ensure long-term relief and prevent recurrence.

Prevention Tips: To prevent muscle strains, practice proper lifting techniques, engage in regular exercise to strengthen the back muscles, maintain good posture, warm up before physical activities, and avoid sudden, jerky movements.

What It Is: A herniated disc occurs when the soft inner material of a spinal disc pushes through a tear in the outer layer, causing pain and discomfort. This condition is also known as a slipped or ruptured disc.

Causes: Causes include aging, which leads to disc degeneration, injury from lifting heavy objects, repetitive strain, and sudden trauma. Poor posture and obesity can also increase the risk of disc herniations.

Symptoms: Symptoms include radiating pain that can extend to the arms or legs, numbness, tingling, muscle weakness, and difficulty moving. The pain may worsen with certain movements or positions.

Typical Treatment: Typical treatment options include chiropractic care, spinal decompression, physical therapy, and pain management techniques.

Our Approach: At Peak Performance Chiropractic Center, we offer advanced spinal decompression therapy combined with chiropractic adjustments and personalized rehabilitation programs. Our goal is to relieve pressure on the affected disc, strengthen the surrounding muscles, and promote overall spinal health.

Prevention Tips: Maintain a healthy weight, engage in regular exercise to strengthen the core muscles, practice good posture, avoid heavy lifting, and use proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of disc herniations.

What It Is: Facet joint osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition affecting the joints between the vertebrae, leading to pain and stiffness. The facet joints help stabilize the spine and allow for smooth movement.

Causes: Causes include aging, wear and tear from repetitive movements, previous injuries, and genetic predisposition. Obesity and poor posture can also contribute to the development of facet joint OA.

Symptoms: Symptoms include localized pain, stiffness, reduced range of motion, discomfort during movement, and a grinding sensation in the affected joints. The pain may worsen with prolonged activity or certain positions.

Typical Treatment: Typical treatment options include chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and lifestyle modifications.

Our Approach: At Peak Performance Chiropractic Center, we focus on holistic care by combining chiropractic adjustments with targeted physical therapy, nutritional counseling, and lifestyle advice. Our approach aims to reduce inflammation, improve joint function, and enhance overall well-being. Disclaimer: Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any treatment. For personalized care and effective treatment, visit us at Peak Performance Chiropractic Center.

Prevention Tips: Stay active with low-impact exercises, maintain a healthy weight, practice good posture, avoid repetitive stress on the joints, and use ergonomic tools to reduce strain.

What It Is: Degenerative disc disease is a condition where the spinal discs lose their flexibility and cushioning ability, leading to pain and discomfort. This condition is a natural part of aging but can be accelerated by other factors.

Causes: Causes include aging, genetic predisposition, repetitive stress, previous injuries, and lifestyle factors such as smoking and poor nutrition. Obesity and lack of physical activity can also contribute to DDD.

Symptoms: Symptoms include chronic pain, stiffness, reduced flexibility, discomfort during movement, and occasional flare-ups of severe pain. The pain may radiate to other areas, such as the hips or legs.

Typical Treatment: Typical treatment options include chiropractic care, physical therapy, pain management techniques, and lifestyle changes.

Our Approach: At Peak Performance Chiropractic Center, we offer a comprehensive treatment plan that includes chiropractic adjustments, personalized physical therapy, and lifestyle counseling. Our goal is to improve spinal alignment, reduce pain, and enhance overall quality of life. Disclaimer: Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any treatment. For personalized care and effective treatment, visit us at Peak Performance Chiropractic Center.

Prevention Tips: Engage in regular exercise to maintain flexibility and strength, maintain a healthy weight, avoid smoking, practice good posture, and eat a balanced diet to support spinal health.

What It Is: Spinal stenosis is a condition where the spinal canal narrows, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, leading to pain and discomfort. This condition can occur in the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar regions of the spine.

Causes: Causes include aging, arthritis, congenital conditions, previous injuries, and degenerative changes in the spine. Bone spurs, herniated discs, and thickened ligaments can also contribute to spinal stenosis.

Symptoms: Symptoms include pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the lower back and legs. The pain may worsen with standing or walking and improve with sitting or bending forward.

Typical Treatment: Typical treatment options include chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, pain management techniques, and in severe cases, surgery.

Our Approach: At Peak Performance Chiropractic Center, we provide a combination of chiropractic care, spinal decompression therapy, and personalized rehabilitation programs. Our approach aims to relieve pressure on the nerves, improve mobility, and enhance overall spinal health. Disclaimer: Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any treatment. For personalized care and effective treatment, visit us at Peak Performance Chiropractic Center.

Prevention Tips: Stay active with low-impact exercises, maintain a healthy weight, practice good posture, avoid activities that put excessive stress on the spine, and seek early treatment for any spinal issues.

What They Are: Structural issues, such as scoliosis and spondylolisthesis, affect the alignment and stability of the spine, leading to pain and discomfort. Repetitive movements, such as bending, lifting, and twisting, can lead to muscle fatigue and strain, causing low back pain. These movements are common in certain occupations and activities.

Causes: Causes of structural issues include congenital conditions, injuries, degenerative changes, repetitive stress, and genetic predisposition. Poor posture and obesity can also contribute to structural issues. Common repetitive movements that contribute to low back pain include manual labor, sports activities, and certain occupational tasks that involve repetitive bending, lifting, or twisting.

Symptoms: Symptoms of structural issues include pain, deformity, reduced mobility, discomfort during movement, and visible changes in spinal alignment. The severity of symptoms can vary depending on the extent of the structural issue. Symptoms of repetitive movement injuries include pain, stiffness, muscle fatigue, discomfort during movement, and reduced range of motion. The pain may worsen with continued repetitive movements.

Typical Treatment: Typical treatment options for structural issues include chiropractic care, physical therapy, bracing, and in severe cases, surgery. For repetitive movement injuries, typical treatment options include chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, ergonomic modifications, and rest.

Our Approach: At Peak Performance Chiropractic Center, we offer a holistic approach to treating both structural issues and repetitive movement injuries. We combine chiropractic adjustments with personalized physical therapy, bracing, when necessary, ergonomic assessments, and lifestyle counseling to improve spinal alignment and overall function. Our goal is to reduce strain, improve function, and prevent future injuries. Disclaimer: Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any treatment. For personalized care and effective treatment, visit us at Peak Performance Chiropractic Center.

Prevention Tips: Regular check-ups to monitor spinal health, maintaining a healthy weight, staying active with exercises that promote spinal stability, practicing good posture, and avoiding activities that put excessive stress on the spine. Practice proper body mechanics, take regular breaks to avoid prolonged repetitive movements, engage in stretching exercises to maintain flexibility, use ergonomic tools to reduce strain, and stay active with exercises that promote overall spinal health.