Back Pain

Causes of chronic back pain range from sciatica (compression of the sciatic nerve), spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease to spinal subluxation (vertebral misalignment) and arthritis. To ensure you are receiving the appropriate back pain treatment, Dr. Edwards will evaluate your symptoms, determine the exact location of your pain, and examine your back, neck, and shoulders before developing a personalized, chiropractic treatment program.

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Chiropractic Adjustments for Back Pain

Spinal Decompression for Back Pain Relief

Corrective Exercise Therapy for Back Pain

Chiropractic Adjustments for Back Pain

An adjustment involves gently manipulating spinal vertebrae back into their normal positions. Misalignment of the spine may occur without causing immediate symptoms, especially when misalignment happens due to stress, aging or performing daily activities. Vertebral subluxation due to physical trauma almost always produces rapid onset of pain and may reduce your range of motion.

Chiropractic adjustments relieve nerve compression caused by vertebrae pressing on nerves extending out of the spine. If you are diagnosed with a bulging or herniated disc, an adjustment will also remove pressure on nerves by adjusting vertebrae so that bulging discs are no longer irritating nerves and nerve endings.

Spinal Decompression for Back Pain Relief

By increasing space between vertebrae, spinal decompression removes nerve compression and stops bulging discs from inflaming nearby nerves. Spinal decompression involves a special traction table to move your body in a way that naturally stretches the spine to provide quick back pain relief. If your doctor has recommended surgery for a herniated disc, decompression may offer a nonsurgical alternative for successfully treating herniated discs.

Corrective Exercise Therapy for Back Pain

When used in conjunction with adjustments and/or spinal decompression, corrective exercises help decrease chronic pain, strengthen muscles weakened by inflammation and relieve strain on your lumbar (lower) spine.

Lumbar stabilization using corrective exercise therapy is a powerfully effective method for increasing flexibility, gaining control over movements involving your spine and potentially reducing your risk of suffering future back pain or back injuries. In addition, we offer lifestyle advice to further support recovery from back pain caused by spinal misalignment, disc degenerative disorder or spinal stenosis.

If you suffer from chronic back pain and are tired of taking medications that only provide temporary relief, schedule a consultation with Dr. Edwards today.

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The purpose of our center is to support as many people as possible in their quest for health and wellness; to educate them about chiropractic and nutrition so they may in turn educate others.

Meet Dr. Edwards

Dr. G. Forrest Edwards

D.C., D.A.B.C.O.

Dr. G. Forrest Edwards is a chiropractic orthopedist practicing in Hoover, Alabama. Dr. Edwards earned an undergraduate degree from The University of South Alabama and a doctorate degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. He successfully completed all requirements of the American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists (DABCO), later was elected to membership in the Academy and was granted the title of FELLOW of The Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists. Dr. Edwards has also received numerous awards for his patient care and dedication.

Dr. Edwards is a member and/or past member of the American Chiropractic Association, the American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists, The Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists, the Council on Chiropractic Orthopedics, the ACCO American College of Chiropractic Orthopedists, the Alabama State Chiropractic Association, and the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce.

Over the past several decades, Dr. Edwards has successfully treated thousands of patients with back and neck pain. He offers custom, patient-specific chiropractic care, rehabilitative exercises and high-tech diagnostic testing.

A strong concern for the well-being of his patients, a well-trained staff, modern equipment and procedures for dealing with the suffering of low back and neck pain are the combination of ingredients you will find when you visit Dr. Edwards.

"I became a doctor of chiropractic due to a deep personal experience involving my father who had been through the surgical route and it was a doctor of chiropractic that gave him his life back.” As has been said… “Because I honor the inborn potential of everyone to be truly healthy. Because I desire to help the newborn, the aged, and those without hope. Because I choose to care for the patient with the disease, not the disease. Because I wish to assist rather than intrude, to free rather than control. Because I seek to correct the cause, not the effect. Because I know doctors do not heal; only the body can heal itself. Because I have been called to serve others. Because I want to make a difference. Because every day I get to witness miracles. Because I know it is right."