Chronic pain affects 20% of adults in the United States, or 50 million chronic pain sufferers. At Bell Chiropractic Injury and Pain, in Hamburg, New York, Darren Bell, DC, a highly experienced chiropractor, offers a natural solution to chronic pain through pain management therapies that don’t include prescription drugs. Dr. Bell has more than 27 years of experience helping patients of all ages manage their pain and improve their overall quality of life through holistic treatments and therapies. He uses the latest techniques and technology for a comprehensive approach to pain management. Call or click online to schedule a consultation.
Pain Management Q & A
How can a chiropractor help with pain management?
Chronic neck and back pain or chronic headaches can negatively impact your quality of life. Chiropractic care may be able to offer natural pain relief from debilitating symptoms. Dr. Bell takes a whole-person approach to diagnose and treating your pain so he can recommend a comprehensive treatment plan.
Dr. Bell is certified and trained in a number of pain management techniques, including nutritional pain management. He focuses on getting to the root cause of your symptoms so you can get long-term relief, not just a temporary fix.
Many times, chronic back, neck, and headache pain is the result of an underlying spinal problem. Chiropractic care is an effective method of correcting spinal conditions that lead to chronic pain. Under the care of a skilled, caring chiropractor like Dr. Bell, you can reduce daily pain, increase mobility, and improve your quality of life without becoming dependent on prescription medications.
What causes chronic spine-related pain?
Common conditions that could be an underlying cause of your pain as a result of a spinal problem include:
- Sciatica (nerve compression in the lower spine)
- Degenerative disc disease
- Herniated discs
- Spondylosis (a form of arthritis in the spine)
- Spondylolisthesis (forward slippage of vertebrae)
- Whiplash
- Kyphosis (a humplike rounded back)
Whiplash from a previous auto accident or a sports injury that continues to cause pain even years later may benefit from chiropractic care.
What chiropractic treatments help manage pain long term?
Dr. Bell creates a customized treatment plan that’s noninvasive, natural, and scientifically based for effective pain management results long term. Unlike prescription drugs that come with many unpleasant side effects, chiropractic techniques address the underlying cause of your pain. These treatments and therapies may include:
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Thor® Class 3B laser treatments
- Diversified chiropractic technique
- Thompson chiropractic technique
- Sacro-occipital technique (SOT)
- Spinal decompression
- Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction velocity (NCV) testing
- Electrotherapy
- Advanced instrumentation adjustments
- Nutrition and lifestyle modifications
Dr. Bell works with you to find the most effective combination of therapies to treat your pain so you get long-term relief and a better quality of life. If you’re dealing with daily pain and missing out on events and activities, or regularly calling in sick to work and you don’t want to become dependent on drugs, chiropractic care is a natural, effective alternative.
Take the first step and call Bell Chiropractic Injury and Pain to schedule a comprehensive evaluation, or schedule an appointment online.
