The Tennessee Back Pain Center Blog 

If you’ve ever wondered, “Why should I go to the chiropractor?”, you’re not alone. Many people think chiropractic care is only for someone with severe back pain or that going to a chiropractor simply means getting your spine “cracked.” The truth is, chiropractic care can be much more comprehensive. At Tennessee Back Pain Center, we look at the bigger picture. Our goal is not simply to provide an adjustment and send you on your way. We want to understand why you are hurting, h

Neck and shoulder pain are incredibly common—and they often go hand in hand. Maybe you wake up with a stiff neck that makes it difficult to turn your head. Maybe your shoulders feel tight after sitting at a computer all day. Or perhaps you have an aching pain between your shoulder blades that just never seems to completely go away. While reaching for pain medication or simply trying to “stretch it out” may provide temporary relief, persistent neck and shoulder pain often requ

As of September 1, 2026, Tennessee Back Pain Center is now in-network with Oscar Insurance! We understand that insurance is hard to understand! Luckily our doctors and front desk staff will explain your insurance benefits, how many visits you have left, what insurance is willing to pay and more. We do the hard work for you! Even though we have a lot of knowledge when it comes to insurance, our initial estimate is just that - an estimate. Once we receive your official Explanat

Heads up! 👋 Our office will be closed September 3 - September 8 while our team takes a short break and recharges. We’ll be back and ready to help you move and feel your best on September 9th. If you need to get in beforehand, we still have room for you! Call or text us today at (615)-900-5187. We have shifted hours around to best accommodate our patients over the next couple of weeks. If you need to schedule or reschedule an appointment while we are away, please book onlin

Accepting New Patients! Do you or someone you know suffer from pain, headaches, low back tightness, shoulder achiness, etc.? Send them in to see us. Everyone knows pain is not fun and we want to help you get better! Our services offer a non-invasive, non-drug approach to pain management and pain relief. On your first visit, we will have a discussion about your pain - what activities tend to bother it, what makes it feel better, does it come and go or stay constant, etc. Then

A bunion can be more than just a bump on the side of your big toe. Over time, it can become painful, irritated by shoes, and make walking or exercising uncomfortable. While chiropractic care cannot simply "push a bunion back into place," we can often help address some of the movement and mechanical factors that may contribute to pain and irritation. A bunion, also called hallux valgus, occurs when the big toe gradually angles toward the other toes while the joint at the base

If your shoulders feel tight, unstable, or uncomfortable during overhead movements, the problem may not always be a lack of strength. Sometimes, the issue is shoulder stability.. The DNS Serratus Loop exercise is a great way to train this relationship. What Is the Serratus Anterior? The serratus anterior is a muscle located along the side of your rib cage underneath your armpit. One of its primary jobs is to help control the movement and position of your shoulder blade. When

How you live your life now WILL impact how you feel, live, move, and function in the future! It is ultimately your decision. Do you want to live the rest of your life in pain, unable to do the things you love, or do you want to do small things now that will make a huge impact down the road? Don’t deal with things after it’s too late. Start now. A recent research article discovered that “Maintaining a healthy lifestyle from young adulthood into your 40s is strongly associated

Have you ever thought, “It runs in my family, so there’s nothing I can do about it”? While genetics absolutely play a role in our health, your genes are not necessarily your destiny. We are born with a unique genetic blueprint. Our genes can influence things like metabolism, inflammation, how we process certain nutrients, and our susceptibility to particular diseases. But genes don't operate in isolation. Our bodies are constantly responding to our environment and our daily h

BIG BELLIES ARE IN!!! No, we are not advocating obesity as a fix for low back pain. What we are talking about here is CORE ABDOMINAL STABILITY! By learning to correctly use your diaphragm in coordination with your abdominal musculature, you can take control of your low back pain. We see weightlifters with absurd amounts of weight do this all the time with weight belts. They take deep belly breaths in and press out against the weight belt before picking up enormous amounts of

Many people enjoy the feeling of a good “pop.” You may twist your back in a chair, turn your neck until it cracks, or stretch your shoulders after sitting for a long time. Sometimes the movement creates a satisfying release and leaves you feeling less stiff. But is it safe to adjust yourself? The answer depends on how often you are doing it, how much force you are using, and whether you are repeatedly trying to pop the same area. Is It Okay to Get Some Pops During Range of Mo

Pain in the forearm, wrist, or hand can make everyday activities uncomfortable. Typing, gripping a steering wheel, lifting a coffee cup, using tools, working out, or even opening a jar may become difficult when the muscles and tendons in the forearm are irritated or weak. One exercise that may help strengthen these tissues is wrist flexion and extension eccentrics using a light weight. This exercise can help with tendonitis, carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, numbness and/or ting

A new research article showed that adequate Vitamin D levels support muscle function both during exercise and in the recovery process. Vitamin D is a powerful nutrient because it helps with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Furthermore, it can help regulate bone metabolism and electrolyte absorption. Making it the perfect nutrient for muscle recovery. When we perform a strenuous exercise, tiny muscle fibers have been torn to build up stronger muscles. This proces

Tennessee Back Pain Center is a different type of healthcare - the way healthcare should be! We aim to provide you honest, efficient, and amazing healthcare. To us, it’s not about the money, the business, or us, it is all about YOU! Ways we differ from other Chiropractors: 💚 No Treatment Plans 💚 No Payment upfront 💚 No X-rays unless deemed necessary 💚 No funky business 💚 Research based care Give us a call today at (615)-900-5187 to experience the type of healthcare you’v

Let's talk about one of the most destructive things in your body - inflammation. You see, inflammation isn't inherently bad. It's actually your body's natural defense mechanism – a crucial first responder when you experience an injury or infection. Think of it like the fire department rushing to the scene. You'll see redness, swelling, heat, and sometimes pain – all signs of this protective process in action. However, the trouble starts when inflammation becomes chronic. Inst

Have you ever experienced numbness or tingling in your ring finger and pinky finger? Maybe your elbow aches after working at a desk all day, or your hand falls asleep while driving or sleeping. These symptoms can sometimes be caused by irritation of the ulnar nerve. One exercise we commonly prescribe is the ulnar nerve floss, also called an ulnar nerve glide. This gentle movement helps the nerve move more freely through the surrounding tissues without placing excessive tensio

Chiropractic Jokes 😂😂 It's true, come see us and we will surely “crack” you up! This will help uplift your mental mood, as well as your physical ability. If you have never been to a chiropractor before, we use spinal manipulation (aka the adjustment) to help your joints move better, muscles work better, and relieve pain. Adjustments can often result in a cavitation or the pop. The pop doesn’t always occur, but it's the movement that counts. If you have been to a chiropracto

Looking for more than just an adjustment? Discover how Tennessee Back Pain Center combines chiropractic care, dry needling, muscle therapy, rehabilitation, and more to help you recover faster. At Tennessee Back Pain Center, we believe pain is rarely caused by just one problem. Tight muscles, irritated nerves, restricted joints, poor movement patterns, and inflammation often work together. That's why we don't believe in a "one-size-fits-all" approach to healthcare. We believe

Pain doesn't follow a schedule. Sometimes you wake up with a new ache, tweak your back over the weekend, or simply need to be seen as soon as possible. Other times, you're trying to schedule a follow-up appointment and your preferred day or time is already booked. We understand, our schedule is busy and so is yours. The good news? You don't have to keep checking the schedule for openings. Simply book the appointment that works best for you and join our waitlist. If an earli

We often treat our bodies like an old car—ignoring the strange noises, skipping the routine maintenance, and only checking under the hood when a major breakdown leaves us stranded. When you shift your mindset from "managing an inconvenient machine" to "coaching a lifelong teammate," everything changes. Your relationship with pain, exercise, and daily habits transforms. Here is how you can apply the three pillars of this quote to your daily life—and how chiropractic care helps