Cobb Chiropractic Clinic, located in Greensboro, North Carolina, has announced the publication of a new blog post. The clinic explains that the post provides valuable insight about when it is advisable to contact a doctor when experiencing back pain.
Greensboro chiropractor, Dr. Shane A. Cobb, chiropractic physician at the clinic, says, "People sometimes think that back pain will just go away on its own, without treatment, so they are hesitant to call. But, there is really no reason to suffer from the pain when early assessment and treatment can get to the root of the problem and provide much needed relief sooner."
Back pain occurs for a variety of reasons and is accompanied by varying degrees of pain, from mild discomfort to debilitating pain. Not everyone experiences pain in the same way, so for some people it may be difficult to decide when they should contact the doctor for their back pain. Dr. Cobb states that the blog post provides a look at some of the circumstances that indicate it is time to call a doctor.
The blog post reveals that most people will experience back pain at some point in their lives and there are many factors that cause or contribute to back pain. People may not even be aware of the common daily activities that can lead to discomfort or pain. Something as simple as sitting all day in a chair at work, or on the couch in front of the television in the evening can lead to pain. Another recent blog post on the clinic's website addresses the potential consequences of sitting for long periods of time and offers ways to adjust sitting positions to reduce back pain.
Commonly, at the onset of back pain, people attempt relief utilizing familiar home remedies like applying ice and taking anti-inflammatories. While those techniques may be effective some of the time, if the pain won't go away or increases with those efforts, Dr. Cobb suggests a visit to the chiropractor to determine whether or not there may be other underlying issues. Long-term chronic pain may be avoided with early intervention.
One matter that necessitates a call to the doctor, is when back pain is experienced resulting from an accident. Regardless of whether it was a fall, an automobile accident, or a work injury, Dr. Cobb urges anyone who has been involved in an accident that causes back pain to seek treatment with an experienced chiropractor within 24-48 hours if possible. What may seem to be a small accident can potentially have long term effects if treatment is delayed.
Back pain can be an indicator of other, more serious conditions. Some circumstances warrant a call to the doctor right away. For instance, experiencing an increase in the intensity of pain at night compared to in the daytime may be a sign that there is another underlying issue. Additionally, if back pain is accompanied by a fever, it could signify that an infection exists somewhere in the body or spine and requires immediate attention. Finally, loss of bladder or bowel control can be indicative of a more serious problem that affects the nerve roots at the end of the spine. When any of these circumstances exist, contacting the doctor is strongly advised.
Dr. Cobb reminds everyone that early intervention is key to recovery and returning to their active lifestyles. "It's important for people to know that there are ways other than medication for them to live with less pain," he explains. "These blogs are intended to help to provide critical information on how to do that."
The clinic provides specialized treatment for those who suffer from neck and back pain, stating that chiropractic care is a good form of treatment for more naturally treating pain from the neck and back without medication or surgery.
Meanwhile, Cobb Chiropractic Clinic is touted as "The Top-Rated Chiropractor in Greensboro, North Carolina." This is evidenced by the reviews their patients have shared. One patient, Nicholas H. wrote, "Very professional service. My back is pain free! We love Cobb Chiropractic!"
Those who are interested in learning more can read through the various blog posts, covering a variety of topics, designed to help people live a more pain-free life, can get more info here. And on the clinic's website, articles about how to avoid back pain can also be accessed.
Those seeking more information can call the clinic to inquire about a consultation or visit the website to get more information about specific services or treatments the clinic provides.
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Contact Cobb Chiropractic Clinic:
Dr. Shane A. Cobb
336-275-0836
drcobb@cobbchiropracticclinic.com
1001 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401
