When back pain does not respond to more conventional approaches, patients may consider the following treatment options:
Spinal Manipulation
Spinal manipulation uses a hands-on approach in which licensed chiropractics use adjustments and a series of exercises to restore back mobility.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves the insertion of needles the width of a human hair along precise points throughout the body.
Biofeedback
Biofeedback is used to treat many acute pain problems. Using a special electronic machine, a patient may learn how to effect a change in response to pain.
Traction
Traction involves using weights to apply constant or intermittent force to gradually “pull” the skeletal structure into better alignment. Traction is not recommended for treating acute low back symptoms.
TENS Units
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is given by a battery-powered device that sends mild electric pulses along nerve fibers to block pain signals to the brain. Small electrodes placed on the skin at or near the site of pain generate nerve impulses that block incoming pain signals from the peripheral nerves.
