Low back pain is common and it’s on the rise.  In a recent study, in a sample of Canadians followed over a six month period, five in ten of them suffered low back pain.  That’s every second person.  If it’s not you, then it’s probably at least one person you care about.

What does it feel like?  Some people experience a dull throbbing sensation in their lower back.  Others feel pain shooting down their legs.  Sometimes the lower back spasms involuntarily.  Other times it just throbs incessantly.  If you haven’t had low back pain yet, you probably will at some point in your life.

Low back pain leads to decreased quality of life, lost productivity, and an increase in both prescription and over the counter drug consumption.

The good news is that chiropractic care is an effective and safe treatment for low back pain.

If you don’t already have a regular chiropractor, contact Sheppard Chiropractic Centre at (506) 635-8182 or (506) 847-7172 to make your first appointment.  Or, if you’re a patient and we haven’t seen you in some time, give us a call for a maintenance appointment.  If you’re feeling some discomfort, we can address it.  If you’re not, preventative care can reduce your risk of future injury and help your body be at its best.

We also treat other musculo-skeletal complaints, such as neck pain, sore shoulders, upper back pain, and sore feet.