Back Pain Chiropractor | Melbourne CBD
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek chiropractic care, and one of the leading causes of lost work time in Australia. It can show up as a dull, constant ache or a sharp, sudden pain that makes it hard to sit through a workday — and for many Melbourne CBD professionals, long hours at a desk make it worse. Back pain is generally grouped into two categories: acute (recent onset) and chronic (present for three months or longer), and the right approach depends on which one you're dealing with.
What causes back pain?
Common causes of lower back pain
- Poor posture, especially prolonged desk sitting
- Muscle strain or sprain from lifting or sudden movement
- Disc issues, including bulging or herniated discs
- Degenerative changes such as osteoarthritis of the spine
- Nerve irritation, including sciatica
Common causes of mid and upper back pain
- Poor posture and prolonged screen use
- Muscle overuse or strain
- Joint restriction in the mid-back (thoracic spine)
- Stress-related muscle tension
Acute vs chronic back pain
How our high-tech treatments may help
At OK Chiro, we go beyond manual adjustment alone. Depending on your presentation, your chiropractor may incorporate:
- Flexion-Distraction Disc Therapy — a gentle, rhythmic traction technique designed to reduce pressure within the disc and take load off irritated nerve roots, often used for disc-related lower back pain.
- Chattanooga® Therapeutic Ultrasound — uses sound wave energy to increase local blood flow and ease muscle tension around the affected area.
- Chattanooga® High-Power Laser (Class IV) — used where deeper inflammation is contributing to pain, to support the body's natural recovery process.
Clinical guidelines in many countries recognise spinal care, including chiropractic management, as a reasonable option to discuss for both acute and chronic low back pain. Your chiropractor will assess your specific presentation before recommending a treatment plan — chiropractic care isn't a one-size-fits-all approach, and not every technique is appropriate for every patient.
Frequently Asked Questions — Back Pain
If this is affecting your work or daily life, our Melbourne CBD chiropractors are here to help. Lunch break appointments are available, and walk-ins are welcome subject to availability.