Low Back Pain and Sciatica
Low Back Pain & Sciatica Treatment in Scottsdale
Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek chiropractic care. Whether it started after an injury, developed gradually, or has been bothering you for years, persistent back pain can affect nearly every part of your daily life.
At Body Check Chiropractic, Dr. Matt Tanneberg takes a personalized approach to determining what may be contributing to your low back pain. He evaluates your spinal movement, joints, muscles, and symptoms to develop a treatment plan based on your individual condition.
For patients experiencing pain, numbness, or tingling that travels into the buttocks or leg, Dr. Matt can also evaluate for symptoms consistent with sciatica and other forms of nerve irritation.
Common Causes of Low Back Pain
Low back pain can have many different causes, including:
Muscle strains and tension
Restricted spinal joints
Poor posture and prolonged sitting
Repetitive movements
Sports and exercise-related injuries
Motor vehicle accidents
Disc bulges or herniations
Irritation of spinal nerves
Degenerative changes in the spine
Muscle imbalances and movement dysfunction
Pain may be localized to the lower back or extend into the hips, buttocks, or legs depending on the structures involved.
Sciatica & Radiating Leg Pain
Sciatica describes symptoms that occur when the sciatic nerve or its contributing nerve roots become irritated. Rather than staying in the lower back, symptoms may travel through the buttock and into the leg.
Sciatica can cause:
Low back pain
Buttock pain
Pain traveling down the leg
Numbness or tingling
Burning or electric-like sensations
Leg weakness
Symptoms that worsen with certain positions or movements
Sciatica can have different causes, including disc-related problems, changes in the spine, or irritation of surrounding tissues. A proper evaluation is important to determine what may be contributing to your symptoms.
How Body Check Chiropractic Can Help
There isn't one treatment that works for every type of low back pain. Dr. Matt evaluates your individual symptoms and determines which therapies may be appropriate.
Chiropractic Adjustments
Spinal adjustments can help restore motion to restricted joints in the lower back and improve overall spinal function. Treatment is tailored to your condition, symptoms, and comfort level.
DOC Spinal Decompression
For appropriate patients with certain disc-related conditions, the DOC Spinal Decompression System may be incorporated into treatment. Controlled decompression is designed to reduce mechanical stress on targeted areas of the spine and may be useful for some patients experiencing disc-related back or leg symptoms.
Myofascial Release
Tight or restricted muscles throughout the lower back, hips, and legs can contribute to pain and limited movement. Myofascial release can be used to address soft tissue restrictions and improve mobility.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping may be incorporated to address muscular tension and soft tissue restriction in the lower back, hips, and surrounding areas. It can complement hands-on treatment as part of a broader recovery plan.
ARPwave Neuromuscular Therapy
ARPwave uses targeted electrical stimulation to interact with the neuromuscular system. It may be incorporated to support muscle activation, function, and recovery when muscular dysfunction is contributing to low back symptoms.
StemWave Shockwave Therapy
For appropriate soft tissue and musculoskeletal conditions, StemWave may be used to target areas of persistent pain or tissue dysfunction and support the body's natural recovery response.
PEMF Therapy
The Zimmer EMfield provides Pulsed Electromagnetic Field therapy and may be incorporated as a non-invasive recovery modality designed to support circulation and the body's natural recovery processes.
Red Light Therapy
The ARCC Red Light Therapy Bed may be incorporated into your recovery program to support cellular function and the body's natural recovery processes.
Cold Plunge Therapy
For active patients and athletes, cold plunge therapy may be incorporated into a broader recovery routine to help manage exercise-related soreness and support recovery.
Personalized Low Back Pain Care
Low back pain isn't always caused by the same thing. One person may have muscular tension, while another may have restricted joints, a disc-related condition, nerve irritation, or a combination of factors.
Dr. Matt takes the time to understand your symptoms and evaluate how your spine, muscles, and joints are functioning. Your treatment plan is then built around your individual needs and can evolve as you recover.
At Body Check Chiropractic, you'll work directly with Dr. Matt at every visit, rather than being passed between a doctor and technician.
When Low Back Pain Requires Further Evaluation
Most low back pain isn't an emergency, but certain symptoms require prompt medical evaluation.
Seek immediate medical attention if you develop new loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness in the groin or saddle area, significant or progressive leg weakness, or severe neurological symptoms.
You should also seek medical evaluation for severe back pain following significant trauma, unexplained weight loss, fever, or other symptoms that seem unusual or concerning.
For persistent low back pain, sciatica, or radiating leg symptoms, an appropriate evaluation can help determine what may be contributing to your condition and whether conservative chiropractic care is appropriate.
If you're looking for low back pain or sciatica treatment in Scottsdale, Body Check Chiropractic provides personalized care directly with Dr. Matt to help you move better and get back to the activities you enjoy.