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Lower Back Pain Treatment in Metro Detroit

Lower back pain affects 80% of adults at some point in their lives, making it one of the most common reasons people seek medical care. At Total Health Systems, we take a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating lower back pain, addressing not just your symptoms but the underlying causes.

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Understanding Lower back pain

Lower back pain affects 80% of adults at some point in their lives, making it one of the most common reasons people seek medical care. At Total Health Systems, we take a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating lower back pain, addressing not just your symptoms but the underlying causes.

Common Causes

  • Muscle strains from overexertion or improper lifting
  • Herniated or bulging discs
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Poor posture and ergonomics
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Arthritis and joint inflammation
  • Sacroiliac joint dysfunction

Signs & Symptoms

  • Dull, aching pain in the lower back
  • Sharp pain with certain movements
  • Stiffness and reduced range of motion
  • Pain that radiates to the buttocks or legs
  • Muscle spasms
  • Difficulty standing straight
  • Pain that worsens after prolonged sitting or standing

Treatment Options for Lower back pain

Our multi-disciplinary approach addresses lower back pain from multiple angles for lasting relief.

Chiropractic

Lower back pain affects 80% of adults at some point in their lives, making it one of the most common reasons people seek medical care. At Total Health Systems, we take a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating lower back pain, addressing not just your symptoms but the underlying causes.

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When to Seek Professional Care

  • Pain lasts longer than two weeks
  • Pain is severe or getting progressively worse
  • You experience numbness, tingling, or weakness in your legs
  • Pain is accompanied by unexplained weight loss
  • You have difficulty controlling bladder or bowel function
  • Pain follows a fall or injury

Frequently Asked Questions About Lower back pain

Our multi-disciplinary approach combines chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, and massage therapy.
Acute lower back pain often improves within 2-4 weeks with proper treatment.
While brief rest may help acute pain, prolonged bed rest can actually worsen lower back pain.
Yes! Maintaining good posture, regular exercise, and proper lifting techniques all help prevent lower back pain.
Yes, gentle stretching can help lower back pain by improving flexibility. Stretches like knee-to-chest, pelvic tilts, and cat-cow can provide relief.

Don't force stretches, avoid bouncing movements, hold briefly for about 30 seconds, and stop if pain worsens or travels down your leg. Consistency with daily gentle stretches is key.
For home relief, use cold packs initially to reduce inflammation, then switch to heat after a few days to relax muscles. Gentle movement and walking helps more than bed rest.

Stretches like knee-to-chest and bridges improve flexibility. Strengthen your core, improve posture, stay hydrated, and manage stress.

If pain persists for several weeks or is severe, consult a healthcare professional.
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