Chiropractic Health Center
Back Pain Relief Center
1734 No. Riverside Ave, Suite 5, Rialto, CA 92376
Local & Toll Free # (877) 308-9008
 
Bed Rest
 

However sensible getting off your back may seem, studies show that bed rest is NOT superior to remaining (conservatively) active to treat a low back injury. In fact, prolonged bed rest can actually lead to increased stiffness and pain and a reduced ability to function. Periodic short rests can be helpful and your healthcare provider may advise a reduction of normal activity.

  
Heat and Ice
 Immediately after an injury, ice your back for about 15 minutes at least 3 to 4 times a day to reduce or prevent inflammation and swelling. After 2 to 3 days, if symptoms persist, use a heating pad for 15 to 20 minutes every 2 or 3 hours. Then, if pain continues, see a healthcare professional.
  
Drugs
 Non-prescription pain relievers such as acetaminophen (i.e. Tylenol) or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDS (i.e. ibuprofen) may be helpful for temporary relief, but are NOT advisable for chronic pain or long term use. Tylenol has recently been linked to liver disease and ibuprofen to bleeding ulcers. Doctors often prescribe stronger drugs for pain, but of course, these have other risky side effects including mental or physical impairment, behavioral effects, and addiction. Extreme caution should be used when undergoing any chemical therapy for pain.
  
Surgery
 Most back pain problems can be treated effectively without costly and risky surgeries. In fact, one recent study shows that up to 40% of back surgery patients report a DIS-satisfactory result within 4 years of treatment. For this reason, other more natural, less invasive treatments should be explored or exhausted before choosing surgical intervention.

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After being involved in a car accident, I was experiencing loss of mobility as well as neck and back pain (whiplash). After receiving treatment in the emergency room I was released, being given a prescription for muscle relaxers and main medication, and told to rest. I am a working mother and Taekwondo Instructor "rest" was not an option. I then consulted with Dr. Bo and treatment began immediately. After only a couple of treatments I was moving better and the pain significantly reduced. Now, I feel great, the pain is gone, and I can move freely again. All without medication!

I love my chiropractor.

- Maria W.

 
  
 

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