Consider your back the fundamental chassis of your body—the intricate framework of bones, joints, and muscles designed to provide stability, absorb shock, and transfer power for every move you make. When this core structure is properly aligned and functioning well, you move through life with ease. However, when it’s subjected to stress from injury, repetitive motion, or poor posture, the framework can become compromised, leading to back pain. This pain is more than a symptom; it’s a signal that your body’s chassis is under strain. For residents in Farmers Branch, these strains can come from anywhere. It might be the result of a weekend spent gardening or engaging in a sports league at Oran Good Park, the demands of a physically challenging job, or the cumulative effect of sitting for long hours while commuting or working from home. Back pain can manifest in many ways, from a sharp, sudden jolt that stops you in your tracks to a persistent, dull ache that drains your energy and limits your enjoyment of daily activities. At Our Light Chiropractic, we approach back pain by acting as skilled mechanics for your body’s chassis. Our goal isn't just to silence the "check engine light"—the pain—but to perform a thorough diagnostic to find the source of the structural imbalance. Dr. Brittany Claus focuses on restoring proper motion and function to the spine, aiming to improve your body’s integrity so it can better handle the roads of life.
Your Personalized Back Pain Treatment Journey
Addressing back pain at Our Light Chiropractic begins with a comprehensive diagnostic process. We believe that effective, lasting care requires a deep understanding of your body’s unique mechanics and the specific stressors contributing to the issue. Your journey with us is a collaborative partnership aimed at restoring your "chassis" to optimal function. We are committed to providing a transparent experience for our Farmers Branch patients, ensuring you feel informed and empowered from your very first visit.
- Initial Consultation: Your first appointment is an in-depth intake and discovery session. Dr. Brittany Claus will sit down with you to listen to your complete story. We’ll discuss the history of your back pain: when it started, what it feels like (sharp, dull, aching, radiating), and what activities in your daily Farmers Branch life seem to trigger it. We want to understand your lifestyle, your work demands, past injuries, and what you hope to achieve through care. This detailed history provides the essential blueprint for our examination.
- Thorough Examination: Next, we conduct a full diagnostic scan to assess your musculoskeletal system. This includes a detailed postural analysis to identify any structural imbalances in your chassis. We will also perform functional movement screenings and range-of-motion tests to observe how your body moves and pinpoint where restrictions exist. Gentle, hands-on palpation of the spine and surrounding muscles helps us locate the precise joints that are not moving correctly. If necessary, we will perform neurological tests to ensure nerve signals are traveling without interference.
- Personalized Care Plan Discussion: With a clear picture of your condition, Dr. Claus will review the findings with you. Using models and clear language, she will explain how specific dysfunctions in your spinal mechanics may be causing your back pain. Together, we will create a personalized care plan, outlining the recommended frequency of visits, the types of therapies to be used, and a realistic timeline for your progress. Your questions are encouraged, ensuring you are a confident partner in your care.
- Treatment Process: The core of your treatment involves specific and gentle chiropractic adjustments designed to restore proper motion to the joints in your spine and pelvis. This process is about precision, not force. Depending on your specific needs, this may be complemented by soft tissue therapies to release tight muscles, as well as prescribed therapeutic exercises to improve the strength and stability of your core—effectively reinforcing your body's frame.
- Ongoing Support & Monitoring: Your progress is our priority. We will conduct regular re-evaluations to monitor your improvement and adjust your care plan as needed. Think of these as performance tune-ups. Our goal is to provide the support and education you need to not only feel better but to maintain your spinal health for the long term.