Lower Back Pain Chiropractor in Kansas City
Low back pain is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States.
Research shows that 80% of individuals will experience low back pain at some point in their life, and up to 40% in any one year. Acute low back pain is oftentimes a result of chronic dysfunction presenting as acute pain. Chronic low back pain can be a result of cumulative trauma from repetitious movements or positions. Common activities that may cause low back pain are bending and twisting movements, sitting for prolonged periods, lifting heavy objects, or traumatic events such as falling.
Symptoms of
Lower Back Pain
Low back pain can manifest itself in a variety of ways. Some common symptoms include:
- Sharp, pinpoint pain that may feel like a catch
- Generalized dull achy pain
- Shooting pain traveling from the low back down the leg into the foot
- Decreased low back range of motion.
- Pain while sitting for long periods
Treatments for Lower Back Pain
Exact treatment of lower back pain in Kansas City can depend on the type of injury. It is common for low back pain to result from lack of mobility elsewhere in the body, whether it be from the ankles, mid-back, or pelvis. Treatments such as Active Release Technique, Graston, FAKTR, and Dry Needling can be incredibly beneficial for decreasing muscle tightness and improving mobility in these areas. The doctors at F.I.T. will also assess core and hip stability to address any underlying dysfunction that may be contributing to your low back pain. Techniques like DNS and FAKTR can be incredibly beneficial for improving stability in these regions and restoring proper function to the joints.
Our Treatment Process
Our doctors and chiropractors use research-based techniques and evidence-based functional testing to test and treat low back pain. Our treatment process corrects any muscle imbalances and tissue restrictions that may be contributing to low back pain.
Our thorough evaluation will assess mid-back, low-back, hip and ankle mobility, dynamic core and hip stability, and proprioception to create a personalized treatment program to not only rehabilitate injury but also contribute to improved sport specific performance.
Possible Treatments for lower back pain
For other treatment options, check out our service for physical therapy for lower back pain.
Active Release Techniques
Our Active Release Technique (A.R.T.) in Kansas City is the leading soft tissue therapy to treat muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves.
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Graston Technique
The Chiropractic Graston Technique is one of the leading instrument assisted soft tissue therapies for the treatment of muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves.
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Chiropractic Rehabilitation Exercises
Our Chiropractic Rehabilitation favors quality of the exercise movement over quantity of reps as the key to restoring proper function.
Learn MoreFrequently Asked Questions
I have lower back pain in my right side. Is chiropractic treatment right for me?
Lower back pain is one of the areas that chiropractors specialize in and can offer a variety of treatments to address the pain you are experiencing.
What are the causes of lower back pain?
Lower back pain can stem from a variety of underlying chronic dysfunctions or acute traumatic movements. With a thorough evaluation from one of our Kansas City chiropractors, we can address the specific issues that are causing your back pain and guide you through a treatment plan that is specific to your needs.
Are there lower back pain stretches I can do between visits?
Yes, our chiropractors will equip you with stretches and exercises to address your lower back pain that you can do in between your visits to enhance the healing process.
How can you tell if my low back pain is coming from the muscles and joints or something like nerve irritation?
It usually comes down to how your symptoms affect you. Pain that stays more localized to the low back or shifts with movement is often mechanical—meaning it’s coming from how the joints and surrounding tissues are handling load.
When symptoms travel down the leg, or you notice numbness, tingling, or weakness, that’s when nerve involvement becomes more likely. A proper exam looks at how you move, what positions trigger symptoms, and how you respond to sensation.
What are signs that I should get medical care?
Most low back pain isn’t serious, but there are a few situations where it’s worth getting checked out right away. If you notice changes in bowel or bladder control, numbness in the groin or saddle area, increasing weakness in the legs, or pain after a significant fall or accident, those are not things to wait on. Fever, unexplained weight loss, or symptoms that feel very different than anything you’ve experienced before can also fall into that category. F.I.T's expert lower back pain chiropractor in Kansas City can help make sure sure you’re in the right place to start.
Can I keep working out or being active with low back pain?
It depends on what you’re doing and how your body is responding. Completely shutting things down isn’t always the best way forward. What usually matters more is adjusting how you move so you’re not repeatedly aggravating the same pattern. That might mean modifying certain lifts, reducing intensity, or temporarily avoiding movements that trigger symptoms.
Why does my low back pain keep coming back?
That usually means the underlying issue hasn’t fully changed. It could be how you’re loading your spine, how your hips are contributing, or how your body handles certain movements under fatigue. If those patterns stay the same, the cycle tends to repeat.
are you suffering from low back pain?
Take a couple of minutes to tell us about your symptoms and pain areas. Prefer to chat over the phone? Call us for a free phone consultation.
Visit your local F.I.T. Chiropractor
Meet the team at any of our 10 locations: Lee’s Summit, Leawood, Paola, Crossroads, Blue Valley, Olathe, Liberty, Kansas City, Overland Park & Shawnee.
