Pillar Chiropractic and Rehab

02/10/2026

Think bending forward at work is causing your back pain? 🤔

A recent review found that bending wasn’t linked to higher rates of low back pain, and one study even found that more bending was associated with less pain!

Low back pain is more complex than movement alone. Strength, endurance, posture, variety of movement, recovery, and load tolerance matter far more.

Stop fearing movement. Let’s get you strong enough to handle any job!

02/05/2026

Evidence-based care includes knowing when to stop.
If your symptoms have resolved, plateaued, or no longer respond to treatment, continuing the same care doesn’t make sense.
Good care means reassessing. Sometimes that means tapering visits. Sometimes that means stopping altogether.
The goal is to help you not need us anymore, not keep you coming back.

02/04/2026

01/29/2026

We don’t rely on one-size-fits-all promises or comparisons that miss the bigger picture.

Pain is complex. Bodies are adaptable. And good care should always be evidence-based and individualized.

01/22/2026

Did you know chronic pain can affect more than just the area that hurts?
An extensive study of over 450,000 people found that the more areas of chronic pain someone has, the higher their risk of conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. For example:
✔ Pain in 4+ areas → 82% higher risk
✔ Widespread pain → 59% higher risk
✔ Highest risk combo: head + stomach/abdomen
Chronic pain impacts sleep, stress, movement, and inflammation, all of which influence long-term health. The good news? You don’t have to push through it. We can help build a personalized plan to reduce pain and support your overall well-being.
Source: Yin X, et al. Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine. November 2025.

01/19/2026

What if changing how you understand and manage your back pain could help you rely less on medication?
A new study followed more than 4,700 people with low back pain after they joined an education + exercise program, and the results were encouraging:
✅ 34% of people using pain meds were able to stop
✅ Those who felt more confident managing their pain were far less likely to need medication
✅ And as confidence improved over time, medication use continued to drop
This shows that pain medication isn’t the only option.
If you’re hoping to depend less on medication, we can help you build the tools and strategies that support long-term relief.

Source: Tabul MP, et al. Chiropractic & Manual Therapies. October 2025.

01/14/2026

You’ve probably heard of the sciatic nerve… but have you ever heard of the cluneal nerves?

These small nerves located near the back of your pelvis can become irritated, causing low back pain that mimics other conditions, which is why cluneal nerve pain often gets overlooked.

This is why a thorough exam matters. Not all low back pain comes from the same source, and finding the true cause leads to the most effective treatment. ✔️

Accurate diagnosis means better results, and better results mean getting back to moving and feeling your best. 🙌

If your low back pain has been persistent, we’re here to help identify the cause. Call us today!

Source: Alkulli OA, et al. European Spine Journal. November 2025.

01/06/2026

01/03/2026

Trussville, we’re here when you need us. Dr. Jody Gray and our team are committed to providing clear, evidence-based chiropractic care and are always happy to welcome new patients. Schedule your visit today.

01/01/2026

Cheers to 2026. Thank you for trusting us with your care. We’re looking forward to another year serving our community.

#2026

12/31/2025

12/29/2025

If you’ve felt more stiff lately… you’re not imagining it.

Cold temperatures can cause muscles to tighten and joints to feel less mobile because blood flow decreases when your body tries to conserve heat.

The good news?

A little movement goes a long way. Gentle stretching, warm showers, and dressing in layers can help your muscles stay relaxed and your joints moving comfortably this season.