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    Topic: Chiropractor?
David
WV
Member Since:
08/13/2006

Total Posts: 85
3.9 Years Ago

Has anyone here had any experience with a chiropractor? I'm debating between consulting a chiropractor or a physical therapist for some mild lower back pain.

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Gary
AR
Member Since:
04/13/2006

Total Posts: 759
3.9 Years Ago

David,

You may want to try a 90 minute massage first. Find a local spa that has a person experienced in sports massages as opposed to aromic/relax type massages, though those are nice also.

If you anywhere my age (53)running with mild lower back pain is typical. I take Advil and a day of rest if needed. It comes with the territory. However, I am not dismissing your pain. Back pain is nothing to take lightly.

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Marathon Man
CA
Member Since:
01/07/2005

Total Posts: 1
3.6 Years Ago

Not sure if it's too late, but I use both!

My Chiropractor has kept me going for almost 20 years and since starting my marathon training I get a massage every week. If you have anxiety about the chiropractor, get the massage therapy, but you'll need a few sessions to work it out.

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Shirley
BC
Member Since:
04/14/2007

Total Posts: 8
2.1 Years Ago

David,

I've had lower back pain for years while running. I've had absolutely so luck with physios and have just recently been seeing a chiropractor who practices ART. Got me back on the road in 3 visits without pain. I was amazed.

Shirley

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