If neck or back pain is making work, sleep or exercise more difficult, understanding the cause is a useful first step. At Last Chiropractic provides neck and back pain evaluations in FishHawk, Lithia, with gentle, instrument-assisted chiropractic care when appropriate.
One of the most common health issues in the country is neck and back pain. Data suggests that back pain in particular affects 8 out of 10 people at some point in their lives.
Back pain is not just something people experience once in a lifetime. In the 2019 National Health Interview Survey, 39% of U.S. adults—nearly 4 in 10—reported back pain during the previous three months.
Neck pain is also widespread. A 2024 study published in The Lancet Rheumatology estimated that 203 million people worldwide experienced neck pain in 2020.
The impact goes beyond discomfort. The World Health Organization identifies low-back pain as the leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting an estimated 619 million people in 2020. It can interfere with work, movement and participation in everyday life.
For you, the concern may be more personal: turning your head while driving, sitting through a workday, exercising or picking up your child. Understanding your symptoms and how they affect your routine helps us make recommendations that fit your needs.
Neck and back pain can have several contributing factors, including muscle strain, injuries, joint changes and the demands of everyday activities. Long hours at a computer, physical work and sustained positions can put strain on the neck and back. Stress may also contribute to muscle tension. Mayo Clinic explains common causes of neck pain. Pain after a collision? Read about car accident evaluations.
Your symptoms do not automatically mean that something is out of alignment. A chiropractic evaluation considers your history, movement, joint function and relevant neurologic findings to determine what may be contributing and whether care is appropriate.
How Chiropractic Care May Help Neck and Back Pain
Chiropractic care may help some people with neck or low-back pain improve comfort and physical function. At Last Chiropractic begins with an individualized examination rather than assuming every painful area has the same cause. We consider how the spine, joints, muscles and nervous system work together in movement and physical function.
Our doctors use gentle, instrument-assisted approaches, including Torque Release Technique and upper-cervical care when appropriate, without traditional manual twisting or cracking. Your examination findings, health history, comfort and goals guide the recommendation. Explore our chiropractic techniques.
Your first appointment includes a health history, consultation, postural and biomechanical assessment, and relevant examination and neurologic testing. Motion-series and/or postural X-rays are recommended when clinically necessary. At a separate Report of Findings visit, we explain the results and discuss your options. Treatment can begin at that visit if appropriate and agreed upon. Learn what to expect at your first visits. Whether your goal is a more comfortable workday, easier movement at home or getting back to activities you enjoy, we start by understanding what matters to you. Visit us at 5611 Skytop Drive, Lithia, FL 33547, in FishHawk. We welcome patients from FishHawk, Riverview, Brandon and Valrico. View our location and office information or call 813-461-6500.
