Gentle Care

Low Back Pain Relief

Rediscover Life Without Constant Ache

Lower back pain can make the simplest tasks—like putting on shoes or playing with your kids feel impossible. At Gentle Care Chiropractic, we provide evidence-based, non-invasive treatments to help you find lasting relief and get back to the activities you love.
Lower back pain is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, but it doesn’t have to be your “new normal.” Our Clinic in West Linn focuses on identifying the mechanical cause of your discomfort. Whether your pain is sharp and sudden or a dull, years-long ache, our low back pain chiropractic care is designed to restore movement and reduce inflammation without the need for surgery or long-term medication.

Understanding Your Pain: Types & Mechanisms

Not all back pain is the same. Educating yourself on the type of pain you have is the first step toward recovery. Common mechanisms we treat include:

Personalized Low Back Treatment Plans

We combine several techniques to provide a comprehensive recovery:

Chiropractic Adjustments: Specialized spinal manipulation to improve joint mobility.

Massage Therapy & Myofascial Release: Soft tissue work to alleviate deep muscle tension in the lumbar region.

Spinal Decompression/Traction: To reduce pressure on spinal discs and nerves.
Core Stabilization Exercises: Teaching you how to support your spine from the inside out.

Why Choose Chiropractic for Back Pain?

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Stop living around your back pain. We offer same-day or same-week availability in West Linn to get you on the road to recovery now.

Low Back Pain FAQ

Yes. Chiropractic is widely recognized as one of the safest drug-free, non-invasive therapies available for back pain.

Every patient is different. Some feel relief after 1–2 visits, while chronic conditions may require a structured plan over several weeks.

 It is simply a release of gas bubbles (oxygen, nitrogen, and CO2) from the joint fluid, similar to cracking your knuckles.

 Yes. We use gentle techniques and spinal decompression to help take pressure off the disc and reduce nerve irritation.

Generally, ice is best for the first 48 hours of a new injury. Heat is better for chronic, stiff muscles.

Yes. Long-term relief usually requires strengthening the “core” muscles that support the lower back.

Absolutely. Many pregnant women find chiropractic care essential for managing back pain during pregnancy.

In most cases, no. Chiropractors are primary-contact providers.

This is often due to the sciatic nerve being compressed in the lower back or gluteal region.

Bring any recent X-ray or MRI reports and a list of your current symptoms or medications.