Reviewed by Joseph Hugunin, DC — 20+ years of clinical experience, former team chiropractor for Sporting Kansas City
Low Back Pain Treatment in Overland Park
Low Back Pain relief in Overland Park
If you're looking for a chiropractor in Overland Park for low back pain, the first question worth asking is what's actually driving the pain. Low back pain treatment at Move Muscle & Joint in Overland Park is built around understanding why your back hurts — not just where. Through integrated chiropractic care, myofascial release therapy, and targeted rehab, we address the structural, muscular, and movement-based contributors to build lasting relief.
What is low back pain?
Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek care — and one of the most poorly managed. It can involve disc dysfunction, facet joint irritation, SI joint problems, muscular strain, or neural compression. Without a clear diagnosis and integrated treatment, it often becomes chronic and recurring.
At Move, we treat low back pain as a movement problem — identifying the dysfunctions in hip mobility, core stability, lumbar mechanics, and loading patterns that keep the pain cycle going.
Common signs and symptoms.
Why this happens.
Low back pain often develops from a combination of factors — poor hip mobility, weak core musculature, excessive lumbar extension or flexion, deconditioning, and repetitive loading without adequate recovery. Acute episodes may be triggered by lifting, prolonged sitting, or sudden movement.
At Move, we look beyond the pain site. Our assessment examines the entire kinetic chain — hips, thoracic spine, pelvis, and core — to find the real drivers behind your back pain.
How Move evaluates this condition.
Our low back pain evaluation includes segmental spinal assessment, hip mobility testing, core stability screening, neurological examination, and functional movement analysis. We determine which structures are involved and which movement patterns need to be addressed.
Our integrated treatment approach.
Treatment typically combines lumbar and pelvic chiropractic care, myofascial release for the hip flexors, glutes, and paraspinals, and progressive core rehabilitation. We address restriction, rebuild stability, and retrain movement — in that order.
For persistent or complex cases, shockwave therapy may be incorporated to address chronic soft tissue dysfunction. The goal is always to progress from pain reduction to functional independence.
Why patients in Overland Park choose Move.
Patients in Overland Park choose Move for low back pain because we don't treat it as a simple spine problem. Our whole-body, movement-first approach identifies and resolves the full pattern — so the pain doesn't keep coming back.
Services that may be part of your care.
Other conditions we treat.
Common questions about low back pain.
Should I rest if my back hurts?
Extended rest usually makes back pain worse. Gentle movement, guided by a professional assessment, is one of the best things you can do for low back pain recovery.
How long does low back pain treatment take?
Most patients see meaningful improvement within a few weeks. Chronic or complex cases may take longer, but our goal is always to move you toward independence efficiently.
Will I need ongoing treatment?
Our goal is to equip you with the tools to manage your back health independently. Most patients transition to self-directed maintenance after their active care phase.
What patients are saying.
“He performed an ART treatment after I fell on a hip but which Xrays showed no damage. Then I fell again, this time on directly on my lower back. I did not have a clue as to possible damage but Dr. Joe sure did. He insisted that I immediately get a MRI. Not only did it show a crushed L1 vertebrae but that a fragment had gone into my spinal column.”
Sandra C.
“As a woman in my 40s who lifts heavy, I'm not slowing down — I'm training smarter. And having someone who understands strong, active bodies (not just "take it easy") makes all the difference. I followed his directions, did the work, and I've been solid ever since.”
Michelle S.
Individual results vary. Reviews reflect the experience of individual patients.
Don't wait for it to get worse.
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