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Low Back Pain Relief in Plymouth, MN

It’s a tough day when you bend over and suddenly can’t stand up straight.


Many patients walk into our Plymouth office exactly like that — or they’ve been living with a dull, nagging low-back ache that keeps getting in the way of work, workouts, or playing with the kids.

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At Active Family Chiropractic we focus on finding why your low back is struggling and then restoring normal movement so your body can heal. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. After more than 27 years of caring for active adults and families in Plymouth, I’ve learned that lasting relief comes from specific adjustments, clear explanations, and a plan that fits your real life — not a long list of therapies you don’t need.

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New patient exam: $89
Regular adjustment: $60
We accept cash, credit cards, Venmo, HSA, and FSA. Itemized statements are available if you want to submit to insurance for possible reimbursement.

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We start with a thorough exam to identify restricted joints, muscle patterns, and movement problems that are loading your low back. Many people are surprised how much better they feel once those segments start moving properly again.

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Care is straightforward:

  • Specific adjustments where your spine and pelvis need them

  • Clear explanation of what we found and what the plan is

  • Simple guidance you can use at home between visits

  • No unnecessary therapies stacked onto every visit​

 

The goal is not just to “crack your back” and send you out the door. It’s to get you standing, walking, lifting, and training with less fear that the next bend will put you on the floor.

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If your pain shoots into a hip or leg (sciatica-type symptoms), we still start the same way: exam first, then a plan based on what your body is doing — not a generic protocol.

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Chiropractic is for people in and around Plymouth who are dealing with:

  • Can’t stand up straight after bending or tying shoes

  • Dull ache that gets worse by the end of the workday

  • Tightness that shows up after running, golf, cycling, or lifting

  • Parents lifting kids, car seats, or groceries

  • Desk workers who feel stiff and “locked up” by evening

  • Recurring flare-ups that improve for a while, then return

  • Sciatica-type pain into the buttock or leg

  • Anyone who’s tried “just waiting it out” and is still hurting​

 

You don’t need a referral. You do need a first visit so we can see what’s going on before we adjust.

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  1. Conversation — What hurts, when it started, what makes it better or worse, and what you still want to be able to do.

  2. Exam — Movement, joint function, and related areas (hips, pelvis, mid-back) that often drive low-back pain.

  3. Clear plan — What I found, what I recommend, and what you can reasonably expect if you stay consistent.

  4. Care begins when appropriate — Many patients start care on the first visit after the exam.

 

Once you’re established, you can use our walk-in adjustment hours so you don’t have to rebuild your whole schedule around appointments. New patients need to book the first exam; after that, the schedule gets much easier.

Ready to feel better?

 


 

 

763.553.0387

New Patient Exam: $89
We accept cash, credit cards, Venmo, HSA and FSA.

 

 

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Common low back questions we hear

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Why does my low back hurt when I bend and try to stand up?
That pattern often means certain joints and supporting muscles aren’t sharing the load well. When a segment is restricted, it can overload other tissues. The exam is how we identify what’s restricted and what needs to move better.

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Do you treat sciatica?
We regularly see patients with low-back pain that travels into the hip or leg. Care still starts with a proper exam, because not every leg symptom is the same problem, and we don't guess from a website checklist.

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How many visits will I need?

Every case is different, and it depends on your goals. Some patients make chiropractic part of their lifestyle so they can keep living healthy, active lives. Others come in with a specific goal and return only when something flares up. Dr. Lori prefers working with people who see chiropractic care as part of an active life, but it's always your choice, and she'll help you reach your goals either way.

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Can I walk in if my back goes out?

New patients need a scheduled first exam. After you're established, yes. Walk-in windows are there so regulars can get in when life is busy. Current times are on the Walk-In Schedule page.

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Is chiropractic a good fit if I've had low back pain for years?

Many people come in after years of compensating for low back pain. Every case is different, so the exam shows what's realistic for you, and Dr. Lori builds a plan around your goals.

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Do you take insurance?
We are a cash-friendly office. We accept HSA and FSA cards, along with cash, credit cards, and Venmo, and can provide itemized statements for you to submit to insurance if you choose. Many patients find the transparent pricing simpler than surprise bills.

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Low back pain doesn’t have to be something you just live with or “work through” until it sidelines you. If you’re in Plymouth or nearby and want straightforward care, clear pricing, and a plan aimed at real life — not a pile of extra therapies — we’re here.

Book your new patient exam or call 763-553-0387.

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1700 Niagara Lane N, Suite 300

Plymouth, MN 55447

763-553-0387

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