Lower back pain is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, costing millions in lost productivity and medical expenses every year. If you experience chronic or recurring low back pain, and conservative home remedies aren’t making a difference, it’s time to seek professional care.
At Integrated Body and Medicine in Highland, Indiana, our multidisciplinary team offers safe, effective, and natural treatments for lower back pain. We focus on addressing the root cause of your discomfort—helping you heal and regain your mobility.
What Is Lower Back Pain?
Lower back pain is one of the most common health issues affecting adults. Studies estimate that up to 80% of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. The pain may develop suddenly after an accident or build gradually due to poor posture, repetitive strain, or degeneration.
Common causes of lower back pain include:
- Sciatica
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Arthritis or degenerative disc disease
- Spinal cancer (rare)
- Infections of the spine
- Muscular strain or ligament injury
- Spinal Misalignment
Our experienced team will determine the exact source of your pain and create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your condition and lifestyle.
How Can I Avoid Lower Back Pain?
While it’s impossible to prevent back pain completely, certain lifestyle habits can reduce your risk and improve spine health. The team at Integrated Body and Medicine recommends:
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Exercising regularly with proper form
- Practicing good posture at work and home
- Quitting smoking to improve circulation
- Wearing supportive shoes
- Sleeping on a firm, supportive mattress
Even small changes to your daily habits can greatly reduce your risk of chronic back pain and help you live a more active, pain-free life.
When Should I See a Doctor for Back Pain?
Occasional back soreness after activity or poor posture is common. However, you should schedule a professional evaluation if your pain:
- Persists for more than a few days
- Increases in intensity or frequency
- Radiates down your leg or into your hips
- Interferes with sleep or mobility
- Is accompanied by numbness, tingling, or weakness
Ignoring these symptoms can allow underlying conditions to worsen. The sooner you seek care, the faster your recovery and the lower your risk of long-term damage.
How Is Lower Back Pain Diagnosed?
Your provider at Integrated Body and Medicine will perform a comprehensive physical exam, review your medical history, and assess your posture, gait, and flexibility.
If further evaluation is needed, imaging such as X-rays or MRI scans may be ordered to pinpoint spinal misalignments, disc issues, or nerve compression.
This detailed approach ensures we identify the true cause of your pain before beginning treatment.
How Is Lower Back Pain Treated?
At Integrated Body and Medicine, we use holistic, non-invasive techniques to relieve back pain and restore spinal health. Treatment typically begins with lifestyle guidance, including diet, posture correction, and core-strengthening exercises.
If symptoms persist, your care plan may include:
- Chiropractic adjustments to restore spinal alignment
- Spinal decompression therapy using the Accu-Spina® system
- Physical therapy and targeted stretching to rebuild strength
- Shockwave therapy for deep tissue healing
- Integrative pain management options when appropriate
Our goal is to relieve pain, improve function, and prevent recurrence—so you can return to the activities you love.
Get Lasting Relief from Lower Back Pain
Don’t let lower back pain limit your daily life. The caring professionals at Integrated Body and Medicine offer the most effective, evidence-based treatments available—without relying on surgery or long-term medication.