Low Back Pain in Kingston WA

Low back pain is the second-most common symptom-related reason for seeing a doctor in the United States. There are simple measures you can take to prevent low back pain in Kingston WA and natural ways to treat it when it occurs.

Causes of Low Back Pain in Kingston WA

The causes of low back pain are numerous and include but are not limited to the following list:

• Sprain/strain from lifting heavy objects using the muscles in your low back instead of lifting with your legs
• Weak abdominal muscles from lack of exercise and sitting for long periods of time when driving or working a desk job
• Injuries and accidents
• Herniation of a spinal disc
• Spinal stenosis
• Scoliosis
• Fibromyalgia (increased nociception or perception of pain by the central/peripheral nervous system)
• Kidney infections
• Ovarian cysts
• Pregnancy-related low back pain
• Obesity
• Autoimmune disorders such as ankylosing spondylitis

What natural treatments are available for low back pain? Treatment will depend on the underlying cause(s)/condition(s) that are contributing to a patient’s low back pain. Some of the main treatment options include:

• Anti-inflammatory agents. Specific vitamins/nutrients and herbal supplements can reduce inflammation and thus pain
• Trigger point injections. Active trigger points are focal areas of tension in muscles that contribute to myofascial pain syndromes. Trigger point injections provide quick pain relief and also contribute to long-term improvement
• Laser therapy. Cold lasers and hot lasers can be used to increase mitochondrial ATP production which supports healing of injured tissue.
• Acupuncture. Decreases inflammation and improves circulation to affected areas
• Massage. Decreases muscle tension and improves circulation to affected areas
• Chiropractic. Correcting vertebral subluxations improves the flow of spinal fluid
• Craniosacral therapy. Improves the flow of cerebrospinal fluid
• Hydrotherapy. Improves circulation to affected areas

Consult with a naturopathic physician for comprehensive evaluation and patient-specific treatment since treatment should be individualized to each patient.