Lower Back Pain Relief in Torrington

Herniations run the gamut from mild to severe and may even require surgery. Dr. Downs has extensive experience with these issues, diagnosing their severity with imaging such as MRIs and neurological assessment to determine the degree of nerve impairment.

To provide patients with optimal improvement and a speedy recovery, we discuss the available options for care to determine the best course of action for them. We use Cox Flexion Distraction therapy for disc problems, and long-axis pelvic traction using the Anatomotor Traction Roller Massage table.

Foraminal stenosis describes the narrowing of the passageways whereby nerves must pass through from the spinal cord to the target organs or tissues. The foramen can also be compromised by conditions such as synovial cysts, bone spurs from arthritis or disc protrusions.

We see these in the course of our day-to-day practice and have successfully treated conditions related to low back pain and sciatica with chiropractic care and other conservative measures to prevent surgery.

Dr. Downs differentiates structural pain that radiates from the lower back, sacroiliac joints, or hip joints from pain referred from internal pelvic conditions. For example, ovarian cysts, pregnancy, and inflammatory pelvic diseases may mimic a structural disorder.

Our experienced doctor has the proper diagnostic tools and tests to find the source of pain and create an appropriate care plan to resolve the condition. The assessment includes the condition of the foot arches, leg length symmetry, and weight-bearing functions of the lower extremities, as conditions further down in the extremities may also link to pelvic pain.

Just the weight gain alone places extraordinary stress on the pelvic and sacroiliac joints and hips, but chiropractic is beneficial in relieving pain and optimizing function. Those patients who have chiropractic care during pregnancy have been found to have easier labor and delivery. At Downs Chiropractic, we often get referrals from obstetricians to help their patients get through pregnancy more comfortably.