Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people miss work, skip workouts, or end up in a doctor’s office. And yet — despite how common it is — most people misunderstand what’s actually going on.

Here’s something surprising:

90–95% of all low back pain is considered non-specific.

That means there’s no visible damage on an X-ray or MRI. No herniated disc. No fracture. No obvious injury. But the pain is real. And for many, it’s life-altering.

What Is Non-Specific Low Back Pain?

Non-specific low back pain simply means there’s no clear structural diagnosis. But that doesn’t mean it’s “all in your head.”

Most of the time, this type of back pain is driven by a combination of:

• Poor movement patterns
• Prolonged sitting
• Weak or inactive glutes and core muscles
• Stress and tension
• Poor sleep, low physical activity, and nutritional gaps

In other words — your body isn’t broken. It’s asking for help.

Pain Does Not Always Equal Injury

This is one of the hardest truths to accept.

We’ve been conditioned to believe that pain means something is torn, damaged, or permanently wrong. But pain is a signal — and in most low back cases, it’s the body’s way of saying:

“Something’s not working right.”

That’s why many people wake up with back pain out of nowhere, even though they didn’t “injure” anything. Or they find the pain shifts from one side to the other. Or comes and goes without a clear pattern.

The frustrating part? Most people just rest, take ibuprofen, or hope it goes away.

And sometimes it does… for a while. But if the root cause isn’t addressed, the cycle repeats.

What’s the Best Approach?

At our office, we don’t chase pain — we look for patterns.

We assess movement, strength, posture, and lifestyle factors that contribute to ongoing tension and dysfunction.

Then, we build a plan that includes:

• Specific chiropractic adjustments to restore joint motion
• Soft tissue work to reduce tension and improve mobility
• Sensorimotor control exercises to retrain stability
• Progressive strength training to rebuild resilience
• Lifestyle coaching to improve sleep, nutrition, and stress

This is how we help people not only get out of pain — but stay out of pain.

What If My Pain Is Chronic?

If your pain has lasted more than 12 weeks, it’s considered chronic.

But that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with it.

With chronic pain, your nervous system becomes sensitized — meaning it overreacts to normal input. The solution isn’t rest and fear. It’s movement — done safely, consistently, and with expert guidance.

We help patients gradually reintroduce movement so their body becomes less sensitive, more confident, and more functional.

You’re Not Broken

Low back pain is frustrating — but it doesn’t have to define your life.

You have the ability to influence your own healing through movement, lifestyle changes, and seeking the right care.

We’ve helped thousands of people overcome back pain without relying on painkillers, injections, or surgery.

And we’re here to help you do the same.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re dealing with low back pain — whether it’s new or it’s been bothering you for years — we’d love to take a look.

Call us at (978) 655-4979 or visit in8wc.com to book your consultation today.

Let’s build a stronger back — and a more resilient you.