Low Back Pain Treatment in Naugatuck, CT
Looking for effective, evidence-based relief for low back pain in Naugatuck? At Watertown Spine & Injury Center, Dr. Peter Zilahy and Dr. Sung Ho Hur provide thorough evaluation and individualized conservative care for low back pain, disc-related conditions, sciatica, and spinal injuries. Our Watertown office regularly serves patients from Naugatuck, Waterbury, Middlebury, and surrounding communities.
Why Your Low Back Hurts
- Strain & sprain from lifting, twisting, or prolonged sitting
- Disc injury (bulge, herniation, or annular fissure) causing local pain or sciatica
- Facet joint irritation — often sharp, worse with extension or rotation
- Sacroiliac dysfunction — buttock pain, difficulty standing from seated
- Post-crash ligament trauma — acceleration–deceleration shear/compression
Symptoms can include stiffness, painful bending, spasm, and pain radiating into the hip or leg (sciatica).
We screen for red flags and coordinate care when needed.
How We Evaluate Your Back
- History & mechanism: aggravating motions, work demands, prior episodes
- Orthopedic & neurologic testing: disc, facet, SI, or nerve involvement
- Functional movement: flexion/extension bias, load tolerance, gait
- Imaging when appropriate: X-ray orders and MRI review to guide safe care
- Documentation: clear findings and progress notes you can understand
Conservative Treatments That Work
- Gentle chiropractic adjustments to improve segmental motion
- Acupuncture to help manage pain and muscle tension as part of an individualized treatment plan.
- Targeted rehabilitation — core stability, hip mobility, graded activity
- Activity modification & ergonomics for work and home
- Coordination of care with your PCP, pain management, or imaging as needed
Response to care varies depending on the diagnosis, severity and duration of symptoms, and individual clinical factors.
After a Car Accident or Work Injury
Even low-speed crashes can create spinal ligament and disc injuries. We provide timely evaluation,
functional testing, and appropriate imaging review. We also document your progress clearly—useful for your own records
and any claims process. Learn more about whiplash & auto injury care.
Is Surgery My Only Option?
Not usually. Many low back conditions respond to a structured, conservative approach. We monitor your response closely
and adjust the plan. When symptoms persist or progress, we coordinate advanced imaging or specialty referral.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes low back pain?
Common drivers include disc, facet, and sacroiliac joint irritation, often influenced by posture, de-conditioning, and lifting mechanics.
Do I need an MRI?
Not always. If symptoms persist, radiate, or show neurological changes, MRI may be indicated and we will review it with you.
How many visits will I need?
It varies. Many patients improve over 2–6 weeks with a tapering plan. You’ll know your expected timeline after the first evaluation.
Can chiropractic help sciatica?
When sciatica is associated with mechanical or disc-related irritation, conservative care may include chiropractic treatment, therapeutic exercise, and acupuncture based on the patient’s examination findings and clinical needs.
Are you close to Naugatuck?
Yes—convenient to Naugatuck with easy parking and weekday appointments.
What Our Patients Say
Patients trust Dr. Zilahy for thorough evaluations, gentle care, and a focus on long-term relief. Many appreciate clear explanations
and plans that help them return to work, family, and favorite activities.
Start Your Recovery Today
Don’t let back pain limit your life. Get local, evidence-based care in the Naugatuck area.
Serving Naugatuck, Beacon Falls, Waterbury, Watertown, and nearby communities.