How We Conquer Low Back Pain at Gonstead Physical Medicine | Chiropractor in Phoenix, AZ
Did you know that 80% of people will experience low back pain this year? While it’s common, that doesn’t mean it’s normal. Pain is your brain’s way of signaling that something is wrong—and ignoring it or masking it with pills or muscle rubs won’t solve the underlying issue. At Gonstead Physical Medicine, our amazing staff is here to help you defy those odds with a personalized, results-driven approach.
Finding the Root Cause of Low Back Pain
There are many potential causes of low back pain, including poor posture, muscle strain, past injuries, sedentary lifestyle, disc injuries, and spinal misalignments. Each cause requires a different solution, which is why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work. That’s why we begin with a comprehensive consultation and exam to understand what’s really going on, so we can treat the cause—not just the symptoms.
What to Expect During Your First Visit
Your journey begins with a short tour of our clinic to familiarize you with our services. Next, we perform a thorough health history and consultation, where we listen carefully to your experiences with back pain. We then use a nervous scope to detect inflammation and pinpoint the location of pinched nerves based on heat patterns in the spine.
Following that, a motion palpation exam helps us identify areas where your vertebrae aren’t functioning properly. Once the examination is complete, we walk you through the findings so you fully understand your condition.
Precision Diagnostics With Digital X-rays
Next, we take advanced digital X-rays, which allow us to see spinal misalignments and disc issues with precision. These X-rays are essential for confirming the exact location and severity of your condition, helping us tailor your treatment plan with accuracy and clarity.
Chiropractic Adjustments for Lasting Relief
Your care typically begins with a chiropractic adjustment, which corrects spinal misalignments. These adjustments relieve pressure from pinched nerves, helping to reduce pain and improve function. Many patients experience immediate relief and improved mobility following their first adjustment.
Therapies That Support Healing
We complement your adjustments with cutting-edge therapies designed to accelerate healing:
- Red Light Therapy: Reduces inflammation, increases circulation, and promotes cell repair
- Electric Muscle Stimulation: Helps reduce muscle tension and pain when muscles are a root cause
- Massage Therapy: Aids in muscle recovery and helps the body adapt to new spinal alignments
- Spinal Decompression (DRX9000): FDA-cleared therapy with a 90% success rate for disc herniations, bulges, spinal stenosis, and degeneration
- Rehabilitation and Long-Term Spinal Stability
Once your spine is more stable, we guide you through rehabilitative exercises to strengthen the muscles and ligaments that support your spine. These exercises are crucial for preventing future issues and maintaining your progress long term.
The Power of IV Vitamin Therapy
Another unique service we offer is IV vitamin therapy, which helps replenish your body’s essential minerals and nutrients. This boosts your recovery and overall well-being, supporting the health of your spine from the inside out.
You only get one spine—and its health is directly tied to your quality of life. Instead of masking pain with medications, injections, or surgery, choose a natural approach that addresses the root cause. At Gonstead Physical Medicine, our goal is to help you live free from pain, so you can do the things you love without limitation.
