Chiropractic Care for Sport-Related Low Back Pain
Whether you’re training for competition, staying active at the gym, or enjoying recreational sports, low back pain can quickly limit performance and impact your daily life. At our chiropractic clinic in Southeast Calgary, we regularly help patients manage sports-related low back pain using an evidence-based, movement-focused approach.
Low back pain is one of the most common injuries affecting athletes and active individuals. In fact, over 80% of Canadian adults will experience low back pain at some point in their life.
Research consistently supports conservative care — including chiropractic treatment, exercise therapy, and patient education — as an effective first-line option for managing low back pain and supporting a safe return to activity.
Why Sports and Physical Activity Can Lead to Low Back Pain
Sports can place repeated and sometimes high-load demands on the spine. Activities such as running, lifting, twisting, jumping, and sudden changes in direction require coordinated movement between the spine, hips, and core. When these systems are overloaded or lack an ability to recover from such stresses back pain, or an injury may occur. This make look like the following:
Joint stiffness or restricted spinal motion
Muscle strain or imbalance
Ligament irritation or injury
Tendon injury or irritation
Nerve injury or irritation like sciatica
Pain in the low back, hips, buttock or legs
Evidence shows that sports-related low back pain is often multifactorial, meaning it usually develops due to a combination of training volume, movement mechanics, recovery habits, and previous injury — rather than a single structural issue. This is why a thorough assessment is essential when choosing a chiropractor in Southeast Calgary who works with active individuals.
How Chiropractic Care Helps Sports-Related Low Back Pain
Chiropractic care focuses on restoring normal movement, reducing pain, and improving strength and function. There is good research to support that chiropractic treatment — particularly when combined with exercise and education — helps for both acute and persistent low back pain.
At our Southeast Calgary chiropractic clinic, care may include:
Spinal and Joint Mobilization or Manipulation
Spinal manipulation and mobilization have been shown to help reduce pain and improve function in people with low back pain. Restoring joint motion can reduce mechanical stress and support more efficient movement during sport and daily activity.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Muscle tension and trigger points are common contributors to low back pain in athletes. Soft tissue techniques help reduce muscle guarding, improve circulation, and support tissue recovery.
Individualized Exercise and Rehabilitation
Strong evidence supports active rehabilitation for low back pain. We prescribe personalized exercises to improve core strength, hip mobility, spinal stability, and movement control — all key factors in injury prevention and performance.
Education and Load Management
Understanding how training habits, posture, and recovery affect your spine is critical. Understanding what your body needs empowers you to manage your symptoms, modify activity appropriately, and return to sport with confidence.
Preventing Recurring Low Back Pain and Supporting Performance
Chiropractic care is not just about short-term pain relief. Addressing movement restrictions, strength deficits, and biomechanical inefficiencies can help reduce the risk of future flare-ups.
Many active patients report benefits such as:
Improved flexibility and range of motion
Better coordination and balance
Faster recovery between training sessions
Greater confidence returning to activity
By focusing on the underlying contributors to pain, a chiropractor near you can help you stay active and resilient over the long term.
Evidence-Based Chiropractic Care in Seton, Calgary
If you’re looking for a Southeast Calgary chiropractor who prioritizes evidence-based care, individualized treatment plans, and active recovery, then we invite you to check out Dr. Meghan Trebilco. Her approach aligns with current research and emphasizes movement, education, and long-term results — not passive or one-size-fits-all care.
Ready to Get Back in Motion?
If low back pain is holding you back from sport or daily activities, we’re here to help. We proudly serve patients in Cranston, Seton, Auburn Bay, Range View, and Mahogany Calgary, supporting active individuals in getting back to what they love — safely and confidently.
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