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Back Pain Chiropractor in De Pere, WI
Back pain can affect work, sleep, movement, and the activities you enjoy. It can also have many possible contributors, which is why a thorough conversation and examination come before any recommendation at Back In Action Chiropractic Center.
Dr. Steven Hansen evaluates your symptoms, health history, movement, and goals to help determine whether conservative chiropractic care may be appropriate. We will explain what we find and help you understand your next step.
Lower and mid back
Understanding Back Pain
Back pain is a common symptom, not a single diagnosis. Muscle, joint, disc, nerve, and other health concerns can contribute to it. The way pain starts, where it travels, and what other symptoms are present all matter.
For selected patients, chiropractic care may be one part of a conservative plan. If your evaluation suggests that you need imaging, medical care, or a referral, Dr. Hansen will explain why and help guide the next step.
Your questions, your goals
When We May Evaluate Back Pain
A consultation may be helpful when back symptoms are affecting your movement or routine. We may evaluate:
- New or recurring back discomfort
- Stiffness that limits movement
- Pain related to lifting or routine activity
- Symptoms affecting sleep or work
- Back pain with leg symptoms
- Questions about conservative care options
Get emergency care for new bladder or bowel changes, numbness around the groin, severe or worsening leg weakness, or back pain after major trauma. Fever or unexplained weight loss with back pain also needs prompt medical assessment.
Learn more about Dr. Steven Hansen and our approach to care.
What to expect
Your Visit at Back In Action
Consultation and Health History
We discuss when symptoms began, what affects them, relevant health history, and how pain is changing your daily activities.
Movement and Spine Exam
Dr. Hansen performs an appropriate examination to evaluate movement, areas of concern, and signs that help guide care.
Imaging Review When Appropriate
Bring any relevant X-ray or MRI reports. Additional imaging is considered only when it may answer a clinical question.
Your Care Options
We explain whether conservative chiropractic care may fit your findings or whether another evaluation or referral is more appropriate.
Progress and Next Steps
If care begins, your response and goals are reviewed so recommendations remain appropriate as symptoms change.
A clear path forward
Conservative Care That Starts With Listening
Back pain can be frustrating, especially when it interferes with the things you need or want to do. We take time to understand the details of your concern and explain the role that chiropractic care may have in your situation.
Some patients may be evaluated for adjustments, spinal decompression, or other services offered by the practice. Those options are never assumed. Your history, examination, and any relevant imaging guide the recommendation.
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Why back in action
Why Start With Back In Action
Thorough Evaluation
We review your symptoms and health history before deciding whether conservative care is the right next step.
Individual Recommendations
Your plan is shaped by your findings, goals, and comfort rather than a standard schedule.
Imaging When Appropriate
Existing imaging is reviewed, and new X-rays are considered only when clinically appropriate.
Referral When Needed
If your symptoms suggest another kind of assessment or urgent care, we help direct you to the appropriate next step.
Testimonials
What Our Patients Are Saying
My son, 17, has had huge improvement with his back since seeing Dr Hansen. My son is active in sports and this care has been awesome for him! Highly recommend Dr Hansen – he is very thorough with his exams and adjustments.
Frequently asked questions
Back Pain FAQs
What happens at a back pain consultation?
We discuss your symptoms, health history, and goals, then perform an appropriate examination to help determine the next step.
Will I need an X-ray or MRI?
Not everyone needs imaging. Dr. Hansen reviews available studies and recommends further imaging only when it is clinically appropriate.
Can chiropractic care help every kind of back pain?
No. Back pain has many causes, and not every case is appropriate for chiropractic care. Your evaluation guides the recommendation.
How many visits will I need?
Frequency and duration depend on your findings, goals, and response to care. We discuss a specific plan after the evaluation.
Can back pain travel into my leg?
Some back-related conditions can include leg symptoms, but leg pain can also have other causes. Tell us if pain travels, or if you notice numbness or weakness.
When is back pain an emergency?
Seek emergency care for new loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness around the groin, or severe or worsening leg weakness. Back pain after major trauma also needs urgent assessment. Fever or unexplained weight loss with back pain calls for prompt medical evaluation.
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Back In Action Chiropractic · De Pere
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Back pain should not leave you guessing about your next step. Schedule a consultation in De Pere and discover whether personalized chiropractic care may be appropriate for your needs.
Disclaimer
Results vary from person to person. Back pain can have causes that need prompt medical attention, and a consultation and examination are required before care is recommended. The information on this page is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for emergency, diagnostic, or personalized medical care.