Chiropractor for back pain, serving San Diego and Poway
Back pain that has become constant or severe is worth an exam. Dr. David Anderson evaluates the whole person at his Scripps Ranch office in San Diego, and his care does not include medication or surgery.
- The whole person: Dr. Anderson takes all your needs into account, from your first visit on.
- Manual or assisted adjustments: Adjustments by hand or with an instrument, if your exam says they fit.
- Exercise and self-care: Exercise advice and ways to improve your self-care between visits.
- A specific plan: You get a specific treatment plan. Many people need more than one session.
Everyone has some back pain from time to time. If yours has become constant or severe, make an appointment with Dr. David Anderson at 10585 Scripps Poway Pkwy, Ste C, in Scripps Ranch, San Diego, serving Poway. Call 858-549-1088 .
What kinds of back pain are there?
The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases describes back pain by how long it lasts:
| Type | How it starts | How long it lasts |
|---|---|---|
| Acute | Suddenly | Usually a few days to a few weeks |
| Subacute | Suddenly or over time | 4 to 12 weeks |
| Chronic | Quickly or slowly | Longer than 12 weeks, and occurs daily |
It lists sprains, strains and herniated or ruptured discs among the mechanical and structural causes, and says back pain can come on suddenly from an accident, a fall or lifting something heavy.
What does care look like here?
Spinal manipulation is the best-known option, but it is not the only one. Dr. Anderson evaluates the whole person, and from what he learns in your first and later visits, he may give you exercise advice and teach you ways to improve your self-care. His conservative treatments don't include medication or surgery.
Depending on your exam, your plan may draw on manual or Activator adjustments, massage therapy and other therapies , or spinal decompression .
What does an adjustment feel like?
You may feel some slight discomfort or hear a popping sound, but you shouldn't have any pain during the treatment. You may feel some soreness the following day.
How long does treatment last?
You will get a specific treatment plan. You may notice a change right away, but many people need multiple sessions. If you are getting other treatments, such as massage, tell Dr. Anderson at your first consultation.
Hurt in a car accident?
Start with car accident and whiplash care , which covers when to go to the emergency room first.
Book a back pain exam
Call 858-549-1088 or visit the contact page . New patients pay $65 on the first visit. See hours and directions for the Scripps Ranch office .
Frequently asked questions
Everyone has some back pain from time to time. It is worth an appointment if your pain becomes constant or severe. For an injury to your spine with loss of feeling or inability to move, call 911 first.
You may feel some slight discomfort or hear a popping sound, but you should not have pain during the treatment. You may feel some soreness the following day.
You will get a specific treatment plan. Some people notice a change right away, but many people need multiple sessions. Your plan depends on your exam.
Have another question?
Call the office to ask about your visit.
Plan your visit
Call our Scripps Ranch office or send an appointment request. Walk-ins are welcome.
