Betty, a woman in her 60s who loves hiking and exploring national parks with her husband, came to our office after struggling for three years with chronic lower back and right leg pain. Sitting was especially painful, making daily activities (and even enjoying quiet evenings at home) difficult.
When Relief Never Lasts
She had tried several approaches. Injections gave temporary relief, but the pain always returned. Physical therapy helped only minimally. Even prior chiropractic care failed, and Betty’s symptoms kept returning. When surgery was recommended, she felt discouraged and unsure. She wanted a more conservative option that focused on the root cause, not just short-term relief.
Clear Answers Through a Thorough Evaluation
Our Blue Bell chiropractor began with a complete health history review and physical exam, along with X-rays, MRI review, and orthopedic and neurological testing. Her imaging showed disc degeneration and mechanical stress contributing to nerve irritation. On exam, we noted restricted lumbar motion, muscular tightness, and postural imbalance affecting her lower back and right leg. These findings helped explain why sitting and daily movement had become so difficult.
A Focused Care Plan for Back and Leg Pain
Betty started a personalized plan using gentle chiropractic adjustments tailored to areas of restriction and joint dysfunction, combined with targeted spinal decompression to reduce pressure and support healthier movement. During the initial phase, she came in 2 to 3 times per week for the first several weeks.
The Turning Point and the Outcome
By the midpoint of care, Betty reported a significant reduction in leg pain. By the end of her program, she experienced about 90% improvement overall. Her lower back pain decreased, her right leg pain eased dramatically, her sleep improved, and she could sit comfortably again.
The real proof came when Betty traveled out west with her husband and hiked for 10 days with minimal discomfort. She also regained the ability to walk longer distances, travel confidently, and enjoy comfortable evenings at home again.
From our perspective, Betty improved so well because her plan addressed the mechanical stress irritating the nerves in her lower back. Targeted decompression helped relieve disc pressure, while gentle adjustments supported healthier motion instead of masking symptoms.
Take the Next Step Toward Lasting Relief
If you’ve been dealing with chronic back or leg pain and haven’t found lasting relief, chiropractic care and spinal decompression may help you, too. Contact Community Chiropractic Center today to book a consultation!
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