Low Back Pain Chiropractor in Jacksonville, FL

Low back pain is the number one reason people walk into PATH Chiropractic & Wellness. Whether it started with a workout, a long day at a desk, picking up your kids or a car accident, Dr. Austin Glennon finds the cause and builds a plan to get you moving again without relying on pain pills.

Common causes of low back pain

Joints in the low back or pelvis (SI joint) that are stuck or out of alignment
Muscle strains from lifting, training or sports
Bulging or herniated discs, often with sciatica down the leg
Long hours sitting, driving or working at a computer
Pregnancy and postpartum changes (Dr. Glennon is Webster certified)
Whiplash and other car accident injuries
Scoliosis and long-standing posture changes

When a disc bulges, it can narrow the space where a nerve exits the spine and cause back pain, leg pain, numbness or tingling.

Why we take X-rays

Back pain that looks the same on the outside can have very different causes on the inside. When an exam shows they’re needed, we take full-spine digital X-rays right in our office, so you don’t need a separate imaging appointment and Dr. Glennon can walk you through your own images at your report visit.

Front view low back X-ray at PATH Chiropractic showing hip height measured — Real low back X-rays taken in our office (patient details removed). We measure hip height, spinal curves and disc spaces so your plan is based on what’s actually going on.

Side view low back X-ray at PATH Chiropractic showing lumbar curve analysis — Real low back X-rays taken in our office (patient details removed). We measure hip height, spinal curves and disc spaces so your plan is based on what’s actually going on.

How we treat low back pain

Hands-on chiropractic adjustments to restore motion in the low back and pelvis
Spinal decompression on our Back on Trac table for disc-related pain and pinched nerves
Massage and soft-tissue work with our licensed massage therapists, in the same office
Core and mobility exercises you can do at home and in the gym
Y-Strap and Ring Dinger full-spine traction for patients who are good candidates

Most back pain plans move through four phases. How long each takes depends on your exam, X-rays and goals.

What to expect at your first visit

Your first visit includes a detailed health history, a hands-on orthopedic and neurological exam, and digital X-rays when they’re needed. You’ll leave knowing what’s driving your pain, what a plan of care looks like and what it costs. If anything in your exam points to a problem that needs medical care, we’ll refer you.

PATH Chiropractic & Wellness office in Windsor Parke off Hodges Blvd near JTB, Jacksonville — Our office in the Windsor Parke Professional Centre, off Hodges Blvd near JTB.

Serving Windsor Parke, Hodges & JTB and the Jacksonville Beaches

PATH Chiropractic & Wellness is at 4745 Sutton Park Ct, Suite 404, in the Windsor Parke Professional Centre, just off Hodges Blvd near J. Turner Butler Blvd (JTB) in Jacksonville, FL 32224. We’re a few minutes from Kernan, Southside, St. Johns Town Center, UNF, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Ponte Vedra.

Frequently asked questions

Should I see a chiropractor or a doctor for low back pain?

Most low back pain is mechanical, coming from joints, muscles and discs, which is what chiropractors evaluate and treat. Back pain with fever, unexplained weight loss, loss of bladder or bowel control, or numbness in the groin needs medical care right away.

How many visits will I need?

It depends on what’s causing your pain and how long you’ve had it. After your exam and X-rays, Dr. Glennon will give you a clear plan and a realistic timeline before you commit to anything.

Do you take insurance?

PATH is a self-pay practice with straightforward pricing, and we also treat auto accident (PIP) cases. Call us and we’ll explain your options.

Can I keep working out?

Usually yes, with some changes. We’ll tell you what to modify while you heal and how to build back up safely.

Book your first visit online or call (904) 246-1512. Not sure chiropractic is right for you? Take our 2-minute assessment.