Back pain care in Long Beach that starts with finding the cause.
Most back pain is mechanical: a joint, muscle or movement pattern that is not doing its job. Dr. Robert Del Torto evaluates how your spine and hips actually move, explains what he finds in plain language, and builds a plan to get you back to work, training and sleep.
Common causes of back pain we see in Long Beach
Back pain rarely comes from one bad moment. More often it is the sum of how you sit, lift, sleep and train, until one ordinary movement tips it over. In our downtown Long Beach office the same patterns come up again and again.
- Long commutes on the 405 and 710 followed by long hours at a desk
- Lifting at work, at the gym, or moving furniture on a weekend
- Stiff hips and a weak core that leave the low back doing too much
- Sleeping in positions that keep the spine twisted for hours
- Returning to running, surfing, golf or pickleball too fast after time off
- Old injuries that never fully recovered and keep flaring up
How we treat back pain
Care is built around what the evaluation shows, not a one-size routine. Depending on your findings, a plan may combine several of the tools below, and it changes as you improve.
- Chiropractic adjustments to restore motion in stiff spinal and pelvic joints
- Soft-tissue work for tight, guarded muscles around the low back and hips
- Functional rehabilitation exercises to rebuild core and hip strength
- Kinesiology taping when it helps you stay active while tissues settle
- Simple changes to your desk, car seat, lifting and sleep setup
What to expect when you come in
- 01HistoryWe talk through when it started, what makes it better or worse, and what you need to get back to.
- 02EvaluationPosture, movement, range of motion, orthopedic and neurological checks. Imaging or a referral is recommended only when it is truly needed.
- 03Clear explanationYou hear what we found and what we recommend, including whether chiropractic care is the right fit at all.
- 04A plan you can followA realistic visit schedule plus a few exercises you can do at home between visits.
When to see a medical doctor first
Some back pain needs urgent medical care, not a chiropractic visit. Call 911 or go to an emergency room if back pain comes with:
- Loss of bladder or bowel control, or numbness in the groin or inner thighs
- Leg weakness that is getting worse
- Fever, unexplained weight loss, or a history of cancer
- Pain after a significant fall or accident
This page is educational and is not medical advice. Results vary, and whether chiropractic care is appropriate for you is decided after an in-person evaluation.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor in Long Beach for back pain?
No. In California you can book directly with a chiropractor. If anything in your evaluation suggests you need imaging or a medical specialist, we will tell you and refer you.
How many visits will it take?
It depends on how long you have had the pain, what is driving it and how active you need to be. You will get an honest estimate after your evaluation, and we re-check progress regularly instead of locking you into a long plan.
Is it safe to get adjusted with a disc problem?
Many people with disc-related pain are good candidates for gentle chiropractic care and rehab, but not everyone. That is why we evaluate first and choose techniques that fit your findings, or refer out when that is the better step.
Should I rest or keep moving?
For most mechanical back pain, staying gently active helps more than bed rest. We will show you which movements to keep doing and which to pause while things calm down.
Move Better. Feel Better. Live Better.
Your health isn’t built during one appointment. It’s built through what you do every day.
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