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Get Lasting Lower Back Pain Relief in Jersey City
Stop letting lower back pain control your life. At Urban Chiropractic, we don’t just mask your symptoms—we find and treat the root cause of your pain.
Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit us—and for good reason. Nearly 80% of adults will deal with it at some point. The good news? Most cases respond really well to chiropractic care.
We don’t just treat your symptoms. We find what’s actually causing your pain and fix it at the source. Whether your pain started after lifting something heavy, from sitting too much at your desk, or just appeared out of nowhere, we can help.
Common Lower Back Problems We Treat
SI Joint (Pelvic) Pain
The SI joints connect your spine to your pelvis. When these joints become “locked” or move too much, they cause localized pain on one or both sides of your tailbone that is often mistaken for a disc issue.
Usually caused by:
- Systemic inflammation affecting the pelvic joints.
- Pregnancy and childbirth hormonal changes
- Lots of running or sitting for long periods
- Gait imabalances due to injury
You might feel:
- Localized pain on one side of your lower back
- Pain that worsens when climbing stairs or getting out of a car
- A feeling of "unevenness" or instability in the hips.
- Stiffness and restricted range of motion in the pelvic region.
Lower Back (Lumbar) Pain
The lumbar spine consists of the five largest and strongest vertebrae in your body, designed to support your upper body weight while allowing for significant movement, making it highly susceptible to wear and tear.
You might feel:
- A tight, "locked" feeling in your back when you first wake up.
- A dull ache that gets worse after a long day at your desk or commuting.
- Sudden muscle "catches" that make it painful to bend or twist.
- Finding it difficult to touch your toes or stand up straight.
Usually caused by:
- Sitting for hours without proper support for your spine's natural curve.
- Straining the lower back during workouts or moving heavy boxes.
- Lots of running or sitting for long periods
- The natural thinning of spinal cushions (discs) over time.
How Urban Chiropractic Helps Relieve Lower Back Pain
At Urban Chiropractic, we provide personalized, non-invasive care focused on correcting the underlying causes of lower back pain—not just temporary relief.
- The Gonstead Adjustment: A precise, gold-standard chiropractic technique used to identify and correct specific mechanical misalignments in the lumbar vertebrae.
- Flexion Distraction: A gentle, non-surgical procedure that "opens" the spinal joints. It is highly effective for patients who find traditional adjustments too intense or those suffering from disc-related stiffness.
- Active Release Therapy (ART): A movement-based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, and ligaments by breaking up scar tissue in the lower back and hips.
- Postural & Gait Analysis: By evaluating how you stand and walk, we identify if issues in your feet or hips are actually the "hidden" cause of your recurring back pain.
- Thompson Drop Technique: Utilizing a specialized "drop table," this method allows for a high-velocity, low-force adjustment that is comfortable for the patient while being highly effective for pelvic and lumbar alignment.
How to Prevent Lower Back Pain
- Improve posture daily
Maintain neutral spine alignment when sitting, standing, and working.
- Strengthen your core
Strong abdominal and back muscles provide critical spinal support.
- Stay active
Regular movement prevents stiffness and supports spinal health.
- Schedule routine chiropractic care
Preventative adjustments help maintain alignment and mobility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can chiropractic help chronic lower back pain?
Absolutely. Chiropractic care is especially effective for chronic pain by addressing long-term structural and muscular imbalances.
Do I need imaging before treatment?
Not always. Imaging is only recommended if clinically necessary based on your evaluation.
How many treatments will I need?
Treatment frequency depends on the cause and severity of your pain. Many patients notice improvement within a few visits.