Back pain can limit your functional movement, interrupt your routines, and make you reluctant to do things you used to enjoy. At Knoxville Family Chiropractic, Dr. Eric Lundgren, DC, provides hands-on, personalized care to help you find relief and regain confidence in your body. With chiropractic adjustments, flexion distraction, physiotherapy, and electric muscle stimulation, he helps you overcome both the source of your pain and the factors that keep it coming back.
Why Back Pain Happens
While back pain sometimes results from noticeable acute injuries, that’s not always the case. Dr. Lundgren takes time to understand how your joints, muscles, posture, and habits contribute to your symptoms.
Strained Muscles and Ligaments
Heavy lifting, sudden forces, or repetitive stress can overwork the soft tissues of your back. When those muscles tighten or become inflamed, pain and restricted movement usually follow.
Spinal Misalignment
When the vertebrae aren’t moving as well as they should, nearby nerves and muscles can become irritated. Chiropractic adjustments restore proper motion and help your body function more comfortably.
Bulging or Herniated Discs
When the discs between your vertebrae are stressed, they can press on nearby nerves, causing pain that may stay in the back or travel into the legs. Techniques like flexion distraction help relieve that pressure.
Arthritis and Degeneration
As the spine naturally changes with age, stiffness and inflammation can become more pronounced. Supportive chiropractic care can make movement easier and reduce ongoing discomfort.
Poor Posture Habits
Long hours sitting, driving, or leaning over screens place extra strain on the spine. Over time, this can lead to chronic pain patterns that benefit from both clinical treatment and improved movement habits.
How Chiropractic Care Helps You Heal
Dr. Lundgren uses a combination of techniques at our Knoxville, TN, chiropractic practice to reduce pain, restore mobility, and strengthen your back.
Chiropractic Adjustments to the Spine and Extremities
Adjustments help joints move properly again, decreasing irritation and improving alignment. Dr. Lundgren adjusts not only the spine but also the hips, shoulders, and other extremities when they contribute to back strain.
Flexion Distraction Therapy
This hands-on technique helps decompress the spine, reduce pressure on discs, and improve mobility. It’s especially helpful for patients with disc-related pain, sciatica, or chronic tightness.
Physiotherapy Exercises
Stretching and strengthening routines help support your spine and prevent flare-ups. These exercises improve stability and help your body maintain the progress made during treatment.
Electric Muscle Stimulation (E-Stim)
E-stim therapy relaxes tight muscles and reduces inflammation, making it easier for your body to heal. It also helps prepare the muscles for more effective adjustments and physiotherapy.
How You Can Reduce Your Back Pain Risk
While chiropractic care is an important part of recovery, changing daily habits can make a big difference in how your back feels.
Keep Moving
Regular movement helps circulation, reduces muscle stiffness, and supports healthy joints. Even short walks or stretch breaks throughout the day can help.
Strengthen Your Core
A strong core gives your spine the support it needs. Dr. Lundgren can guide you toward safe exercises that build strength without adding strain.
Lift Carefully
Use your legs instead of your back when lifting. Proper form can prevent many common injuries.
Solve Back Pain at Knoxville Family Chiropractic
Back pain doesn’t have to dictate your daily life. Dr. Eric Lundgren provides experienced, patient-centered care to help you understand your symptoms, ease your discomfort, and regain strength and mobility. Whether your pain is new, recurring, or chronic, Knoxville Family Chiropractic is here to support your recovery naturally. To get started, call our Knoxville, TN, office at 865-214-1891.