How Chiropractic can help with back pain
Low back pain is one of the most common issues we treat at Total Care Chiropractic. With over 40 years of experience, our clinic has helped many people return to their normal activities.
Around 80% of adults will have low back pain at some point. It’s also the leading cause of missed work days in Australia. Clearly, back pain is a major health concern.
When the spine is injured or stressed, its normal movement changes. This sends warning signals from the spinal joints to the brain. These injuries may be sudden, like accidents or lifting strains, or develop from repeated stress, such as poor posture. In response, the brain can tighten nearby muscles and trigger inflammation. Together, these changes can lead to pain.
Growing evidence shows that chiropractic care is a safe, effective, and cost-efficient choice for managing low back pain.
When to See a Chiropractor for Back Pain
- Pain That Lasts: If you’ve had back pain for more than a few weeks or it keeps coming back, it’s a good idea to get it checked.
- Trouble Moving: Difficulty bending, twisting, or standing up straight can mean something more serious is going on.
- Pain After an Injury: If your back pain started after a fall, car accident, or sports injury, you should see a professional.
- Pain Spreads to Other Areas: If pain moves down your leg or arm, or if you feel tingling or numbness, a chiropractor can help find the cause.
- Want a Natural Option: If you prefer to avoid medication or surgery, chiropractic care offers a hands-on and drug-free way to manage your pain.
At Total Care Chiropractic, we use techniques that target and improve spinal biomechanics. This restores normal motion and posture, reduces stress on injured tissues, and supports healing. Our highly trained chiropractors will also discuss your specific issues and treatment goals to ensure that our methods align with your needs. This way, your plan is designed for your body and lifestyle.
Chiropractic Care Combined With Massage Therapy
Chiropractic care and massage therapy work best when used together. Massage relaxes tight muscles and boosts circulation, helping your body prepare for gentle adjustments. When your muscles are relaxed, your chiropractor can realign your spine more easily. This combined treatment helps your body respond faster and hold the adjustment longer.
After each session, massage therapy also supports recovery. It eases tension, reduces soreness, and improves flexibility. This simple yet effective approach promotes natural healing, faster pain relief, and lasting comfort. At Total Care Chiropractic, we blend chiropractic care with massage therapy to keep your back strong, mobile, and pain-free.
Dr Toby Barnes
B.Sc. MChiroDr Toby Barnes is an experienced family chiropractor in Adelaide with over 15 years of practice since graduating with a Master’s in Chiropractic in 2005. Inspired by his own recovery from a childhood neck injury, he is passionate about helping others heal. After eight years at his current practice, he became the owner and continues the legacy of his predecessors. He leads a skilled team focused on non-invasive treatment for musculoskeletal pain in a warm, welcoming clinic with open communication.
Dr Jonathan Man
BAppSc. DCDr. Jonathan Man is a highly respected chiropractor from Adelaide with a gentle and reassuring manner, practicing since 1982. He graduated from RMIT with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Chiropractic and remains the youngest chiropractic graduate in Australia. Committed to continuous learning, he also earned a B.A. in Psychology from Deakin University and is currently studying Chiropractic Paediatrics. Dr Man has practiced across South Australia and Western Australia but has been the owner of his current practice since 1991, having purchased it from Dr Andrew Mladenovic. Outside work, he stays active through tennis, swimming, yoga, piano, and chess
Dr Andrew Mladenovic
DCGraduated from the Adelaide College of Chiropractic in 1978, he started this practice on Hanson road, Woodville. Since then his patient base has flourished, purely through word of mouth, and he continues to treat many of his very loyal patients (and their children and grandchildren!!) he treated from his first years of practice. Dr Mladenovic is essentially the guru of the practice. Utilising ‘old school’ Chiropractic techniques, Dr Andrew has been treating his patients’ spines for 40 years, helping alleviate their back pain. Dr Mladenovic also gives advice to his clients regarding diet and supplements, to maintain a healthy lifestyle.