Your spine is a system of discs, joints and nerves.
When even one part of that system is out of balance, pain and dysfunction can follow. A herniated or bulging disc can press on a nearby nerve. An irritated sciatic nerve can send sharp, shooting pain, tingling or numbness down the leg. Stiff or inflamed facet joints can make twisting and bending painful, and tight, spasming muscle bands can refer tension into surrounding areas.
Most cases involve more than one of these factors. That’s why care at Nine Point Health starts with a comprehensive evaluation to pinpoint what’s contributing to your pain, rather than a one-size-fits-all routine.
Back and nerve pain show up in different ways.
Where your pain sits, how it travels and what makes it worse help us understand which structures are involved.
Lower Back Pain
A dull ache or sharp pain in the low back that may worsen with long periods of sitting, standing or lifting.
Pain Down the Leg
Sciatic pain often shoots down the leg, past the knee and sometimes into the foot, rather than staying in one spot.
Tingling or Numbness
Pins and needles, numbness or weakness in the leg can be a sign that a nerve is being compressed or irritated.
Stiffness When Bending
Restricted movement and difficulty twisting or bending, often linked to stiff or inflamed facet joints.
Muscle Spasm
Tight, spasming muscle bands that cause localized pain and tension radiating into nearby areas.
Worse With Sitting
Sitting too long, bending improperly or carrying heavy loads can intensify symptoms and trigger flare-ups.
Find the cause, then treat it directly.
Before treatment begins, we perform a detailed assessment: range-of-motion testing, nerve tension tests such as the straight leg raise, and postural and gait analysis. Imaging is reviewed when it’s needed, and X-rays are taken only if necessary.
Your plan may combine chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression, hands-on soft tissue work and corrective exercises to help stabilize the spine, improve mobility and ease pressure on irritated nerves, along with ergonomic coaching to help prevent flare-ups.
No referral needed. Most commercial plans, including Medicare, accepted. Spinal decompression is offered at Chiropractic Associates, Dickson Chiropractic and Pure Health Chiropractic.
What our patients say.
“Dr Houchin is amazing, he has helped me tremendously. I know several others who feel the same way. By far the best I have ever seen, Thanks Doc”darren johnson · Chiropractic Associates
Request an Appointment
No referral needed. Most commercial insurance plans, including Medicare, accepted. Our team verifies your benefits before your first visit.
Your first visit includes a consultation and a thorough exam, with X-rays only if needed. If chiropractic care isn’t right for you, there’s no charge and we’ll refer you to a trusted specialist.
Available at all five Nine Point Health clinics.
You’re all set.
A member of our team will contact you to schedule your appointment as soon as possible. If you need to speak with us sooner, call your clinic directly.