Weight Loss and Back Pain

If you are experiencing back pain but you have not been in any type of injury or accident, you might be wondering why. There are many factors that can contribute to back pain, but one that is rarely discussed is weight. An excessive amount of weight puts additional pressure on the spine and strains the muscles of the back, leading to chronic pain. Fortunately, there are things that you can do. We at Athena Chiropractic in Wilmington, DE, know a lot about weight loss and back pain.

Weight Loss, Chiropractic Care, Chronic Pain, and Back Pain

If you are overweight, odds are good that you have already tried a variety of crash diets. The problem with these diets, however, is that while they can help a person to lose a few pounds, they are next to impossible to stick to. That usually means that a person gains back everything they lost.

In a doctor-supervised weight loss program, however, the whole health of a person is considered. While diet and exercise are discussed, the changes that are made tend to be small. Substitutions of favorite foods are usually recommended. For example, lower fat ground turkey can be swapped for ground beef.

Our health care professional that will supervise the weight loss program will typically start by doing a full evaluation of the patient's body. This evaluation will include a scan that determines your body mass make-up and your metabolic rate. With this data, the nutritional counselor will be able to formulate a plan that ensures your body receives the right number of calories and macronutrients. The counselor will also want to discuss your exercise, movement, and sleep habits. These activities go a long way towards determining how your body processes food.

Contact Us for More Information about Weight Loss and Back Pain

If you live in the Wilmington, DE, area and you're interested in doctor-supervised weight loss, give our chiropractic care office a call at (302) 543-4227 Athena Chiropractic. We can help you to navigate through your weight loss journey and get on the path to better health.