Chiropractor for Lower Back Pain
in South Austin, TX
Schroder Chiropractic provides chiropractic care for lower back pain in South Austin, TX. Dr. Hagen Schroder takes a root-cause approach—identifying the spinal dysfunction, joint restriction, or disc issue driving your pain before treatment begins. Since 2016, he has helped patients across Austin reduce lower back pain, restore movement, and avoid unnecessary procedures through personalized, hands-on care.
What Causes Lower Back Pain?
Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek chiropractic care—and one of the most misunderstood. Most people assume it is simply a muscle problem. In most cases, the muscles react to something in the spine: a misaligned vertebra, a restricted joint, a compressed disc, or a combination of all three.
When the spine is not moving the way it should, the surrounding muscles compensate. Over time, that compensation creates tension, inflammation, and pain. Treating only the muscles through stretching, massage, or pain medication without addressing the spinal cause is why lower back pain so often returns.
Symptoms We Commonly See
Dull, aching pain in the lower back that worsens after sitting or standing for extended periods
Sharp pain with bending, lifting, or twisting
Stiffness in the morning that improves throughout the day
Pain that radiates into the hips, buttocks, or upper legs
Muscle tightness or spasms alongside the spine
Limited range of motion, making it difficult to stand upright
Recurring pain that temporarily improves, then comes back
What Does a Chiropractor Do for Lower Back Pain?
At Schroder Chiropractic, care begins with a full evaluation, not an assumption. Dr. Schroder uses orthopedic and neurological testing, digital x-ray analysis, movement analysis, and postural assessment to identify exactly what is contributing to your lower back pain before any treatment is applied.
From there, your care plan is built around your specific presentation. Techniques used for lower back pain may include:
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Hands-on spinal adjustments to restore proper joint motion and reduce nerve interference
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Drop table technique for targeted adjustment with minimal force
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Instrument-assisted methods for patients who prefer a gentler approach
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Corrective movement guidance to address the postural and movement patterns contributing to pain
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Rehabilitation strategies to rebuild strength and stability, and reduce the risk of recurrence
The focus is not just on relieving your current pain. It is on correcting what caused the pain, so the problem does not keep returning.
What to Expect
Your first visit includes a thorough evaluation before any adjustment is made. Dr. Schroder will take a full history, assess how your spine and surrounding structures are functioning, and explain exactly what he finds.
From there, a care plan is built around your specific condition and goals—not a generic package. Some patients experience significant relief within the first few visits. Others with chronic or more complex presentations require a longer course of care. Either way, your progress is monitored, and your plan is adapted as your body responds.
Who This Is For
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Office workers and desk-based professionals dealing with pain from prolonged sitting
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People experiencing recurring lower back pain that keeps coming back despite rest
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Patients who have been told they have a herniated or bulging disc
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Anyone who wants to address the cause of their pain rather than manage it with medication long-term
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Individuals who have been recommended surgery and want to explore conservative care first
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Active people whose lower back pain is limiting training, sport, or everyday activity
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Patients who have tried other approaches without lasting results
Serving South Austin & Greater Austin
Schroder Chiropractic is located at 1221 W Ben White Blvd, Suite 110A in South Austin, TX 78704.
We serve patients throughout South Austin and the greater Austin area who are looking for a chiropractor near them for lower back pain. No referral is required to schedule an appointment.
Schedule an Appointment
Lower back pain that keeps coming back is not something you should have to manage indefinitely. Book an appointment at Schroder Chiropractic in South Austin and find out what is actually driving your symptoms. Dr. Schroder will evaluate your spine, explain what he finds, and develop a care plan tailored to your body.
