Updated November 8, 2026. Written by the team at Davidson Family Wellness, Overland Park, KS.
Short answer: See a chiropractor when back or neck pain keeps coming back, limits how you move, or does not get better with rest. Get medical care first if the pain is severe, follows an injury, or does not improve after three days. This guide shows you how to tell the difference.
If your back hurts, you are not alone. MedlinePlus says back pain affects 8 out of 10 people at some point in their lives. It can be a dull ache or a sudden, sharp pain.
Neck pain is common too. Long hours at a desk, looking down at a phone, and poor sleep can all play a part.
Some pain needs a medical check before anything else. MedlinePlus advises calling your health care provider if:
Hurt in a car accident or at work? Our personal injury care page explains how we help after auto accidents and workplace injuries.
A chiropractor may be a good next step when:
What does the research say? The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health says spinal manipulation is one of several nondrug options for low-back pain. It may lead to small gains in pain and function. Tell all of your health care providers about the care you use.
| What you notice | Good next step |
|---|---|
| Severe pain, or pain after an injury | Call your health care provider |
| Pain not better after three days | Call your health care provider |
| Pain that keeps coming back | Book a chiropractic consultation |
| Stiff neck or tension headaches | Book a chiropractic consultation |
| Numbness or tingling in hands or feet | Read about neuropathy care |
At Davidson Family Wellness, your first visit starts with a consultation. We ask about your pain, your health history and your goals. Then we build a care plan for you.
Our chiropractors use gentle, specific adjustments. One option is the Torque Release Technique, which uses an instrument for precision. We also offer manual adjustments and extremity adjustments. We share exercise tips you can use at home.
Learn more on our low back pain and neck pain pages, or see our main page for a chiropractor in Overland Park, KS.
If the pain is severe, follows an injury, or is not better after three days, call your health care provider first. For pain that keeps coming back, a chiropractor may help.
Neck pain and headaches are among the conditions our chiropractors address. We start with a consultation to find the cause.
Yes. Chiropractic care is a non-invasive, drug-free approach.
Davidson Family Wellness is at 7500 W 160th Street, Suite 202, Overland Park, KS 66085. Call (913) 808-5444.
About the clinic: Davidson Family Wellness is a family chiropractic office in Overland Park, KS, led by Dr. Jake Davidson, DC.
This guide is for general education. It is not medical advice. Talk with a licensed health care provider about your own symptoms.