Can a chiropractor help with low back pain?
Chiropractors commonly assess and manage low back pain. At Restored Living, your first visit focuses on understanding what's going on — your history, how your back and hips move, and how posture and other areas may relate to your concern. If chiropractic care is appropriate, we'll explain the options. If something needs a different kind of care, we'll tell you and help you get it.
What people often describe
- Stiffness first thing in the morning that eases as you move
- An ache after long periods sitting — at a desk, in the car or on a plane
- Pain that came on after lifting, gardening or a weekend surf
- Discomfort that comes and goes, sometimes for months or years
What we may assess
Every assessment is guided by your presentation. For low back pain it may include:
- Your history — onset, aggravating and easing factors, work, sport and past injuries
- How your lower back, pelvis and hips move
- Posture and how weight travels through your legs and feet
- Neurological checks such as reflexes, sensation and strength, where appropriate
- How neighbouring regions, like the mid-back and hips, are moving
Looking beyond the low back
Low back pain is the starting point — and we take it seriously. Alongside it, we consider posture, structure and movement as parts of the broader picture. This doesn't mean posture "causes" back pain; it means we want to understand how your body is adapting before we recommend anything. Read about our approach.
When to seek urgent medical care
Low back pain is usually not serious, but some symptoms need prompt medical attention. Contact your GP, call 000 or go to the nearest emergency department if back pain comes with:
- Loss of bladder or bowel control, or numbness around the groin or buttocks
- Progressive weakness or numbness in the legs
- Fever, unexplained weight loss, or a history of cancer
- Pain following a significant fall or accident
Book a low back assessment
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Common questions
Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor for low back pain?
No — you can book directly. If you've had scans or seen another practitioner, bring any reports along.
Will I need X-rays?
Not routinely. Imaging is only considered where it's clinically indicated, and we'll explain why if we think it's needed.
How many visits will I need?
There's no set number. Recommendations depend on your findings, progress, preferences and goals, and are reviewed at reassessment.