The type of low back pain treatment you need will depend upon your history and the type and severity of pain. The vast majority of lower back pain cases get better within six weeks without surgery or medication. However, if pain persists or worsens, your doctor of chiropractic may prescribe a combination of the following low back pain treatment:

> Rest: Limited to one to two days, rest will allow the injured tissue and nerve roots to begin to heal, which in turn helps relieve lower back pain. Any longer will lead to a weakening of the muscles.
> Heat and Ice: An application of ice and/or heat (alternately) on the lower back helps to reduce inflammation.
> Spinal Manipulation: Manipulation for acute back problems has been used primarily by Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) for the last century. It is an effective safe and drugless form of treatment which reduces pain, decreases medication, rapidly advances physical therapy, and requires very few passive forms of treatment, such as bed rest.

It is advisable to seek a diagnosis to determine the underlying cause of lower back pain and seek appropriate treatment. A physical exam will be conducted to assess nerve function and motion in the lower back. Sometimes diagnostic tests (such as an x-ray or MRI) will be recommended to better assess the anatomy of the spine and determine the appropriate course of care.

There is another non-invasive, non-surgical low back pain treatment option available--the DRS Protocol? Following a thorough examination of your condition, a course of low back pain treatment will be customized uniquely for you. This is a slow gentle process, so it allows the muscles and tendons to respond to the treatment. Motorized and computerized spinal decompression allows the ability to target the injured disc, creating better results than traction.

The chiropractors at McKim Chiropractic specialize in low back pain treatment with the DRS Protocol? a non-surgical alternative treatment for back pain associated with spinal and disc problems. Call McKim Chiropractic today http://www.mckimchiropractic.com for more information and to schedule a consultation. Our licensed and certified staff is happy to help the residents of Boise, ID, Nampa, ID, and Caldwell, ID, take the first step on the road to recovery.