Chronic Pain Doesn’t Mean You're Broken—But It Does Take Work to Get Better

We see it all the time: someone comes in with chronic neck or low back pain. It’s been going on for months—or typically years. They’ve tried chiropractors, injections, maybe even surgery or even more than one surgery. Some days are better than others. Some days feel hopeless.

And then we always get the question, "How long will it take to fix this?"

Let’s have an honest conversation:

The Truth About Chronic Pain

Chronic pain (especially in the neck or low back) isn’t just about a pulled muscle or a pinched nerve anymore. When pain has been around for a long time, it rewires your body—how you move, how your nervous system processes pain, even how your brain reacts to everyday tasks.

By the time most people come to see us, it’s not just about “fixing” one thing. It’s about unwinding months (or years) of compensations, guarding, weakness, poor movement, fear, and inflammation.

So no… chronic pain doesn’t go away in 2 visits.But that doesn’t mean you’re stuck either.

It’s Not Hopeless—It Just Requires the Right Strategy

Here’s what we can promise:

• We will listen.

• We will evaluate the whole picture—not just where it hurts.

• We’ll build a plan that doesn’t rely on quick fixes, but on lasting improvement.

• And we will walk alongside you—whether that takes weeks or months.

  
  

So What Can You Expect?

🔁 It Won’t Be Linear

You’ll have ups and downs. That’s normal. Healing from chronic pain is like peeling back layers—it’s rarely a straight line, but that doesn’t mean it’s not working.

🧠 Your Nervous System Needs Time

We’re not just rehabbing your muscles or joints. We’re working with your entire nervous system, which takes time to calm down, relearn safe movement, and regain trust in your body.

💪 You’ll Need to Show Up—Even When You Don’t Feel Like It

Consistency is key. The people who get the best outcomes aren’t always the ones who “feel great” right away—they’re the ones who don’t quit.

“This Is Taking Longer Than I Thought…”

We hear this a lot. And it’s totally valid.But here’s what we also hear:

• “I’m walking farther than I have in years.”

• “I’m sleeping through the night again.”

• “I’m not afraid to move anymore.”

• “I’m finally feeling like myself again.”

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Those things don’t happen in a week. But they do happen. With the right care. With the right plan. And with realistic expectations.

You’re Not Broken. And You’re Not Alone.

If you’ve had chronic pain, you may have been told to “just live with it” or that it’s “part of getting older.” That’s not the whole story.

Yes, recovery might take time.Yes, there might be some setbacks.But no, it’s not the end—and no, you shouldn’t give up.

What We Can Do Together

As a Fellowship-trained physical therapist—right here in Tipton County—I specialize in complex cases. Chronic pain is my lane. And we’ve helped countless people move better, hurt less, and feel like themselves again.

So if you’ve had neck or low back pain that just won’t go away, and you’re tired of being told to rest or wait it out, give us a call. You don’t have to settle for “less pain”—we’re working toward a better life.