Low Back Pain Relief in Greenville, SC

Low back pain is the most common reason people visit Combs Chiropractic & Wellness, and most patients notice real change within the first few weeks of care. Dr. Alex Combs starts by finding out why your back hurts, then builds a plan around what he finds.

Why does my low back hurt?

Long stretches of sitting, desk work, a commute down I-385, a fall from years ago. All of these put steady load on the lower spine. The muscles around it tighten to protect it, joints stiffen, and the discs take more pressure than they should. Other common triggers include lifting with poor mechanics, old injuries that never fully healed, pregnancy, and posture that has slowly shifted forward over the years.

How we find the cause

Your first visit includes a detailed history, a hands-on chiropractic and orthopedic exam, digital posture analysis and full-spine X-rays. X-rays let us see how your spine is actually aligned and whether there's degeneration or a structural issue we need to account for. At your follow-up, Dr. Combs walks you through the findings in plain language.

How we treat it

• Specific chiropractic adjustments to restore motion to stiff joints

• Chiropractic BioPhysics (CBP) posture correction when X-rays show your alignment is part of the problem

• Traction and corrective exercises you'll do in the office and at home

• Practical advice on sitting, lifting and sleep so the pain doesn't keep coming back

What to expect

Many patients feel some relief within the first several visits. Lasting change, especially when posture or alignment is involved, takes longer, and we'll tell you up front what a realistic timeline looks like for your case. We re-check your progress along the way so you can see what's changing.