
Lower Back Pain
Best Local Chiropractic Care for Lower Back Pain - Serving La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena & the Foothill Communities.

What is Lower Back Pain?
Lower back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions and affects the majority of adults at some point in their lives. Causes may include poor posture, lifting injuries, repetitive strain, disc injuries, sciatica, muscle imbalance, spinal dysfunction, degenerative changes, and prolonged sitting or standing. Symptoms can range from stiffness and muscle tension to sharp pain, nerve irritation, numbness, weakness, and reduced mobility that may interfere with work, exercise, sleep, and daily activities. Don't ignore persistent lower back pain, stiffness, or sciatica symptoms. Left unaddressed, spinal dysfunction and movement limitations can progressively affect mobility, posture, activity levels, and long-term spinal health. The doctors at Flintridge Family Chiropractic provide personalized, movement-focused chiropractic care designed to help patients reduce pain, improve mobility, restore function, and return to daily activities with greater comfort and confidence.
Personalized treatment may include complete spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, mobility-focused care, and corrective exercises designed to help reduce pain, improve movement quality, and support long-term spinal stability and resilience at Flintridge Family Chiropractic.
Sound familiar?
- Dull or sharp pain in lower back
- Pain that radiates into buttock or leg
- Stiffness after sitting
- Difficulty bending or twisting
What we treat.
- Lumbar facet syndrome
- SI joint dysfunction
- Disc-related pain
- Muscle strain & spasm
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The difference you'll feel.
Boutique-studio calm, no rushed adjustments.
We see it before we treat it — no guessing.
Real time with a doctor who actually listens.
Three doctors, the right technique for your body.
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More 5★ Google reviews than almost any foothills clinic.
Don't wait when you hurt — we'll see you today.
La Cañada, Pasadena, Glendale, La Crescenta & more.
What Patients Are Saying
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"The quality and care provided here by the team is exceptional. The offices are extremely clean, the doctors are very qualified and the staff is wonderful and friendly. Coming here regularly in addition to exercise and healthier eating has made a world of difference for me."
"The quality and care provided here by the team is exceptional. The offices are extremely clean, the doctors are very qualified and the staff is wonderful and friendly. Coming here regularly in addition to exercise and healthier eating has made a world of difference for me."
"From initial consultation to treatment, both Dr. Zimmerman and Dr. Shahbazian are top notch. I highly recommend Flintridge Family Chiropractic to anyone who wants to move, feel, and function at their best."
"From the first time I set foot into the office, I felt extremely comfortable and welcomed. Dr. Michael always takes care of me and I always leave feeling so refreshed."
"I came in with an injured lower back and sciatica which Dr. Z was able to fix within a short time, getting me back to my sport as fast as possible. Highly recommend Dr. Z for any athletes looking to keep their body healthy and ready to perform!"
"I have been coming here consistently for over 2 years. The atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing. The staff are always polite and accommodating."
How fast will my back feel better?+
Many patients feel relief after the first visit.
Will I need imaging?+
Only if clinically indicated — we'll discuss it during your exam.
Is care painful?+
No — adjustments are gentle and quick.
Should I keep exercising?+
Often yes, with guidance — movement helps recovery.
Local, trusted, proven.
Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek chiropractic care. Research has supported spinal manipulation and movement-focused conservative care as part of the treatment approach for many types of lower back pain and spinal dysfunction. At Flintridge Family Chiropractic, our doctors have helped over 22,000 patients throughout La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena, and the foothill communities improve mobility, reduce pain, and return to daily activities through personalized chiropractic and rehabilitative care.
Alivio rápido del dolor lumbar. Atención quiropráctica personalizada en La Cañada Flintridge. Hablamos español. Aceptamos la mayoría de seguros médicos. Llame al 818-952-0172 para programar su cita hoy.
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