It is estimated that 8 out of 10 adults around the world suffer from some form of back pain or the other. For some it can be a dull and constant ache while for others it can be sudden or sharp pain shooting up. When the pain lasts for more than three months on a constant basis it is called chronic pain. While some pain conditions though acute can occur suddenly and then disappear chronic pain needs serious medical attention. An expert back pain chiropractor in Panama City will first look into the cause of the pain before offering treatment. Along with thorough patient-doctor discussions, there will also be in-depth look into the symptoms which can range from muscle ache, pain radiating down the leg, a shooting or stabbing pain, and inability to stand straight, limited flexibility or motion.

80% of adult Americans not only suffer from back pain but also chronic neck pain. Some can be a result of internal disorders while others can be due to injuries, stress, bad diets and poor posture. Neck pain chiropractors in Panama City, FL know that most neck pain complaints are due to the presence of some other ailment than the neck itself. That is why they begin by doing a series of lab tests and thorough analysis of the patient's genetic makeup, medical history, current health conditions and lifestyle issues before administering any kind of therapy. They know that unless the cause is treated long-term relief is impossible.

It is common for patients to opt for OTC drugs or prescriptions pain pills but these only treat the immediate symptoms only to have the pain come back with a vengeance. Ignoring or suppressing the real condition with pain meds can lead to more serious disorders. Prolonged pain may lead to bowel or bladder problems, fever, and pain or throbbing in the abdomen, spreads below the knee and hinders movement, leads to unexplained weight loss, causes weakness, numbness or tingling in the legs and swelling or redness in the back. You may also find yourself suffering from extreme fatigue and increase of the pain during the night. That is why chronic fatigue syndrome doctors in Panama City beach do a speed check to see if there is a chronic back pain condition that the patient is suffering from.

Expert back pain chiropractor in Panama City, FL use functional neurology to focus on the brain, spine and central nervous system and normalize any abnormalities occurring here. This is combined with chiropractic adjustments to take the pressure off the pinched nerves, special exercise and clinical nutrition to flush out toxins and balance the healthy fluids. Their aim is to restore the communication between the central nervous system and the rest of the body so that pain conditions are reduced and patients can begin to enjoy a better quality of life.