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Personalized Back Pain Treatment in Boulder, CO

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A Return to Pain-Free Living

Some people get used to living with some degree of back pain. You may believe it's an inevitable part of getting older or leading an active lifestyle. If it gets bad enough, a doctor might prescribe pain medication or suggest an invasive surgery, which carries all the risks of surgery with about a 50 percent chance of success—and that success rate drops dramatically if you've already had a back surgery.

There's a lot to unpack here. First of all, back pain is not inevitable. By maintaining a healthy spine and a balanced nervous system, you'll be able to participate in life without experiencing ongoing pain.

Pain medication isn't really a back pain treatment, it simply masks the problem. If you stop taking it, the pain returns—and it may be worse if you haven't done anything to address the actual cause of the back pain. Back surgery is expensive, risky, and requires a long recovery period, and there's a good chance it won't help.

There's no reason to resign yourself to a life of back pain symptoms. If you haven't visited Atlas Chiropractic of Boulder, you still have options for gentle, non-invasive, effective back pain treatment without side effects. With years of clinical experience and specialized training, Dr. Alison Bremner and Dr. Cort Musolf are here to listen to your concerns, get to the root cause of your back pain, and personalize a treatment program that addresses your needs and meets your lifestyle goals. We're proud to serve an active community like Boulder, Colorado, and we'd love to help you get back on your feet.

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How Does Chiropractic Care Offer Back Pain Relief?

At Atlas Chiropractic of Boulder, it starts with a complimentary 15-minute consultation. We want to make sure we're the right fit for you, and this gives both you and your doctor a chance to get to know each other and decide if you want to partner with us on your back pain relief journey. Before we begin a treatment program, we want to understand what's causing your back pain, what your health history is like, and what your goals are in terms of recovery. There are lots of Boulder chiropractors, so if you don't believe we're the right ones for you, we can refer you to some other options.

This is how we approach back pain treatment:

A thorough understanding of what's causing your back pain and what you hope to achieve with treatment
A personalized care plan that includes objective evaluation, specific hands-on techniques, and lifestyle suggestions for lasting results
Hands-on adjustments when they're necessary—our goal is to get you to a place where we won't have to adjust you every time you walk through the door!
A safe, comfortable environment where you take an active role in your care plan and healing
Advanced technology, years of experience, and specific education and training in spinal anatomy
Compassionate care that treats you as a person, not as a health condition

As doctors of the nervous system, we specialize in treating back pain, neck pain, whiplash, vertigo, migraines, and more in Boulder, CO. Even if you've tried other interventions with limited results, there's still hope here. Contact us at (303) 442-5911 or fill out our web form and learn more about how we can help.

Common Questions About Chiropractic

Is Chiropractic Safe?

Chiropractic is very safe in general. Here at Atlas Chiropractic of Boulder, we have a very detailed initial exam to make sure everything is safe to adjust. The most common side effect is a little soreness after the adjustment. There are a lot of Boulder, Colorado chiropractors and we will make sure that you feel comfortable in our office.

Once I go to a Chiropractor do I have to go forever?

Does it hurt?

Can Chiropractic help with more than back pain?

How long will it take?

Is Chiropractic safe for kids?

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Shauna Crist

I reached out to Dr. Bremner at Atlas Chiropractic after a wave of severe migraines began to severely interrupt all
areas of my life. The first moment of relief I felt was after talking with Dr. Bremner and hearing about how thorough
and individualized the intake process would be. I began to feel relief from the pain of my migraines after the very first
treatment. Dr. Bremner goes out of her way to explain things and answer any and all questions. I'm so grateful I
found her and Atlas Chiropractic and was able to quickly return to enjoying a much higher quality of life without pain.

John Schreck

Dr. Cort is an exceptional chiropractor who has been treating my hip, back, and neck issues for the past six months. With his attentiveness and thoroughness, he listens to your concerns and takes the time to assess your condition, providing personalized and effective chiropractic care. His treatments are effective, and you will leave his office feeling a lot better than when you walked in. Dr. Cort is incredibly knowledgeable and always willing to answer your questions, explaining each step of the process as he goes along, which helps you understand the rationale behind his treatments. I have been consistently impressed with the level of care and expertise he brings to each appointment. If you are in need of chiropractic care, Dr. Cort is a true professional who genuinely cares about his patients, and I highly recommend him to anyone seeking personalized and effective chiropractic treatments.

Kara Jostes

Atlas Chiropractic in Boulder was fantastic in fitting me in on short notice with an acute care appointment. The adjustment I received helped me recover and get back on my feet after experiencing debilitating pain. Thank you, Atlas!

Sharon Kalenzi

Dr. Cort is awesome! Knows what he’s doing, will get you in and out quickly but you are left feeling new! Highly recommend him.

Eric Brown

Results have exceeded my expectations.

Jay Volesky

I am on vacation in Hawaii and Dr Alison took the time and resources required to transfer my file to The Specific Chiropractic Center in Kauai so I could get my adjustment there. Who does that? Someone dedicated to making people lives better, that's who!!!!!!! Thank you for being my doctor and my Friend Alison

Ateret Goldman

I started receiving chiropractic services after a car accident in December. I was nervous because I could tell this incident had my body pretty wacky and I didn’t want to do anything that could further upset it. Alison made me feel totally comfortable and the results, even in this short period have spoken for themselves. It’s awesome to see and feel the progress. I love how careful she is to only to an adjustment when she can demonstrate it’s needed rather, meaning that each visit is personalized not just to my situation generally, but my body in that moment. Logistically the office is in a great location, is easy to find and has tons of parking. Alison communicated very quickly both with my initial inquiry and in our ongoing communication.

WHAT CAUSES BACK PAIN?

Back pain causes are complex and varied. Some pain is caused by fractures, strains, and tears resulting from a fall, a car wreck, or a sporting accident, and it may show up immediately or even years after the incident. There are also a variety of health conditions that can cause back pain, including osteoporosis, arthritis, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, or pregnancy.

In our society, a great deal of back pain is caused by our lifestyle. Long periods of sitting and general inactivity can lead to weakness or tightness in the core muscles, which puts undue pressure on the low back. If you have back pain symptoms, it may be stemming from your daily habits:

Wearing high heels
Using poor posture
Avoiding exercise, which contributes to muscle weakness
Lifting heavy objects, especially if using poor body mechanics
Always sitting with a wallet in the same pocket or with the same leg crossed over the other
Always carrying a child or a bag/purse on the same side of your body
Sleeping on your stomach or with your head on a pillow that's too thick
Being stressed or anxious

At Atlas Chiropractic, it's our priority to first understand what's causing your back pain. We do this with an in-depth evaluation and health history, and you're invited to share your concerns and experiences. We also use motion x-rays in some cases, as well as computerized thermography to get a closer look at how your brain and nervous system are functioning. In addition to specific hands-on adjustments to align your spine and restore communication throughout your nervous system, our personalized back pain treatment plans include guidance on lifestyle changes that positively reinforce the work we do in the office to ensure long-lasting results.

How Chiropractors Address Back Pain

When your spine is aligned, everything has the space it needs to move properly. After an injury or years of specific and perhaps less-than-ideal movement patterns (like slouching or wearing high heels), that space may be diminished in certain parts of your back. Nerves can get pinched. Communication to your brain can get slowed down or even shut off. Bones or ligaments could be moving or rubbing together in a way they weren't meant to do.

Chiropractors look for these blockages and misalignments to discover the cause of your back pain symptoms and other concerns, like migraines or vertigo, that may be stemming from an issue in your back or neck. Our goal is to return your body to a state of optimal functionality.

Pain is simply an indication that something isn't working the way it should. When we get it working again, you experience the back pain relief you've been looking for.

Boulder chiropractor gives an adjustment for back pain

Boulder chiropractor checks for neck pain

Dr. Cort talks and listens to patients explaining thier back pain and neck pain

How Can I Prevent Back Pain?

Given the many causes of back pain, it might not be possible to prevent it all forever. Still, you can certainly take charge of your spine health by addressing the lifestyle issues that contribute to back problems. Exercise to strengthen your muscles to make sure your spine is supported throughout your daily activities. Learn how to lift properly to avoid "throwing out your back". Stretch. Avoid high heels.

Visit Atlas Chiropractic of Boulder. Chiropractic care is very effective at helping you recover from back pain, but it's also effective at helping you prevent it. By regularly checking your spine, we can identify and correct the small imbalances that might not be causing back pain symptoms today, but would likely do so over time. Dr. Wilson and Dr. Bremner believe in providing specific adjustments, and we use objective indicators to determine what techniques are needed and when.

How Long Will It Take to Feel Back Pain Relief?

Healing is an individual journey. It depends partly on the severity of the issue, how long you've dealt with it, your health and wellness goals, and your attitude and approach to recovering.

What we know is that the body wants to heal. As chiropractors, we try to create the optimal conditions to allow for that healing. In some cases, you can support that with specific lifestyle changes. That's all part of your back pain treatment plan.

Many patients discover that by addressing their back pain, they inadvertently address other issues that were stemming from that pain! As you start chiropractic care, you might sleep better, have more energy, and notice an improvement in your mood. Back pain relief may lead to knee, hip, elbow, or wrist pain relief, too.

GET TO KNOW ATLAS CHIROPRACTIC OF BOULDER

Dr. Bremner and Dr. Wilson see patients in Boulder, CO, and from all over the area, including Erie, Longmont, Superior, Louisville, Lafayette, Niwot, Broomfield, and Denver. While chiropractic care can't fix everything, we have had enormous success in treating back pain, neck pain, migraine headaches, vertigo, whiplash, and more.

Our clients tell us they appreciate how well we listen to them. If you're in pain, it's personal, and that's how we approach it. By asking questions, listening to your answers, and finding the root cause of your health concerns, we're able to tailor our treatment plans and provide lasting solutions. Contact us today for your consultation and start your journey toward back pain relief.